How To Fix CPCL_VERS028 - Cannot determine BOM usage

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CPCL_VERS - Task List Version

• Message number: 028

• Message text: Cannot determine BOM usage

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CPCL_VERS028 - Cannot determine BOM usage ?

  The SAP error message CPCL_VERS028: "Cannot determine BOM usage" typically occurs when the system is unable to find a valid Bill of Materials (BOM) for a specific material due to issues related to BOM usage settings or configurations. Here’s a breakdown of the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Missing BOM: The BOM for the specified material and plant may not exist in the system.
  Incorrect BOM Usage: The BOM usage specified in the configuration may not match any existing BOMs.
  Plant-Specific Issues: The BOM may not be assigned to the correct plant or may not be valid for the plant in question.
  Versioning Issues: The BOM version may not be active or may not be correctly defined.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the BOM data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check BOM Existence:
  
  Use transaction code CS03 to display the BOM for the material and check if it exists for the specified plant and usage.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create a new BOM using transaction code CS01.
  
  
  
  Verify BOM Usage:
  
  Ensure that the BOM usage is correctly defined in the material master. You can check this in the material master record using transaction code MM03.
  Make sure that the BOM usage you are trying to access is valid and corresponds to the intended application.
  
  
  
  Check Plant Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the BOM is assigned to the correct plant. If the BOM is not plant-specific, ensure that it is set up correctly to be used across multiple plants.
  
  
  
  Review BOM Versions:
  
  Check if the BOM version is active. You can do this in the BOM display transaction (CS03) and ensure that the version you are trying to use is marked as active.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and access BOM data. This can be checked with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to BOM configuration and usage to ensure that all settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  BOM Usage Types: Different BOM usages (e.g., production, engineering, sales) can affect how BOMs are accessed and utilized.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CS01: Create BOM
  CS02: Change BOM
  CS03: Display BOM
  MM03: Display Material Master
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to BOM usage and the error message CPCL_VERS028.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP's support portal for further assistance.