How To Fix CS_VERSN_BOM002 - In Process version already exists for & & & &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CS_VERSN_BOM - Message Class for Versioned BOMs

• Message number: 002

• Message text: In Process version already exists for & & & &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CS_VERSN_BOM002 - In Process version already exists for & & & & ?

  The SAP error message CS_VERSN_BOM002 indicates that a process version for a Bill of Materials (BOM) already exists for the specified material, plant, and other parameters. This error typically occurs when you attempt to create or change a BOM version that already exists in the system.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  You are trying to create a new version of a BOM for a material and plant combination that already has an existing version.
  The system is set to prevent the creation of duplicate BOM versions for the same material and plant.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Versions:
  
  Use transaction code CS03 (Display BOM) to check if a BOM version already exists for the specified material and plant.
  If a version exists, you can either modify the existing version or create a new version with a different identifier.
  
  
  
  Change Existing BOM:
  
  If you need to make changes to the existing BOM, you can use transaction code CS02 (Change BOM) to modify the existing version instead of creating a new one.
  
  
  
  Create a New Version:
  
  If you need to create a new version, ensure that you are using a different version number or identifier that does not conflict with existing versions.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings in your SAP system to ensure that the BOM versioning settings align with your business requirements.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's SAP support team for specific guidelines on BOM versioning and management.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CS01: Create BOM
  CS02: Change BOM
  CS03: Display BOM
  CS11: Display BOM for a material
  CS12: Display BOM for a plant
  
  
  
  BOM Versioning:
  
  Understand how BOM versioning works in your SAP environment, including how versions are numbered and managed.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or enhancements related to BOM management.
  
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for additional insights.