How To Fix CO849 - Select a component with change indicator

CO849 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CO - PPC order processing messages

• Message number: 849

• Message text: Select a component with change indicator

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CO849 - Select a component with change indicator ?

  The SAP error message CO849 ("Select a component with change indicator") typically occurs in the context of production order processing or when working with bill of materials (BOM) in SAP. This error indicates that the system expects you to select a component that has a change indicator set, which means that the component has been modified or updated in some way.
  
  Cause:
  
  No Change Indicator Set: The component you are trying to select does not have a change indicator. This can happen if the component is not marked for changes in the BOM or if it has not been updated recently.
  Incorrect BOM Version: You may be working with an outdated version of the BOM that does not reflect the latest changes.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or select components with change indicators.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check BOM Changes: Verify if the component you are trying to select has been