How To Fix CPCL_VERS169 - BOM &1 for material &2 in plant &3 does not match the filter criteria

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CPCL_VERS - Task List Version

• Message number: 169

• Message text: BOM &1 for material &2 in plant &3 does not match the filter criteria

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CPCL_VERS169 - BOM &1 for material &2 in plant &3 does not match the filter criteria ?

  The SAP error message CPCL_VERS169 indicates that there is a mismatch between the Bill of Materials (BOM) for a specific material in a specific plant and the filter criteria set in the system. This error typically arises when trying to access or process a BOM that does not meet the specified conditions or criteria.
  Cause:
  
  
  Filter Criteria Mismatch: The BOM for the specified material does not match the filter criteria defined in the transaction or report you are trying to execute. This could be due to:
  
  Incorrect selection criteria in the transaction.
  The BOM being inactive or not valid for the specified plant.
  The BOM version being outdated or not applicable.
  
  
  
  BOM Status: The BOM might be in a status that does not allow it to be used (e.g., it could be marked as obsolete).
  
  
  Plant-Specific BOM: The BOM may not exist for the specified plant, or the material may not have a BOM assigned in that plant.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check BOM Status: Verify the status of the BOM for the specified material and plant. Ensure that it is active and valid.
  
  
  Review Filter Criteria: Check the filter criteria you are using in the transaction. Make sure that the criteria match the BOM you are trying to access. Adjust the selection parameters if necessary.
  
  
  BOM Existence: Confirm that the BOM exists for the specified material in the specified plant. You can do this by using transaction code CS03 (Display BOM) and entering the material and plant details.
  
  
  BOM Version: If you are using a specific BOM version, ensure that the version you are trying to access is valid and active.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the filter criteria or BOM settings, consult the SAP documentation or your organization's SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  CS03: Display BOM
  CS02: Change BOM
  CS01: Create BOM
  
  
  
  BOM Types: Understand the different types of BOMs (e.g., production BOM, sales BOM) and their specific requirements.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance related to BOM processing.
  
  
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view or modify BOMs in the system.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.