How To Fix CSEQS_MESSAGE_API014 - No material BOM found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CSEQS_MESSAGE_API - Message Class for Import of BOM and Routing

• Message number: 014

• Message text: No material BOM found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CSEQS_MESSAGE_API014 - No material BOM found ?

  The SAP error message CSEQS_MESSAGE_API014: No material BOM found typically occurs when the system is unable to find a Bill of Materials (BOM) for a specified material. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when trying to create a production order, perform a material requirement planning (MRP) run, or when executing a transaction that requires BOM data.
  Causes:
  
  Missing BOM: The most common cause is that the BOM for the specified material does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Material: The material number entered may be incorrect or does not correspond to a valid material in the system.
  Plant/Storage Location Issues: The BOM may not be defined for the specific plant or storage location you are working with.
  BOM Status: The BOM might be inactive or not released for use.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the master data that prevent the BOM from being found.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check BOM Existence:
  
  Use transaction code CS03 (Display BOM) to check if a BOM exists for the material in question.
  Ensure that you are checking the correct plant and BOM usage.
  
  
  
  Create or Update BOM:
  
  If no BOM exists, you can create one using transaction code CS01 (Create BOM).
  If a BOM exists but is not correct, you may need to update it using CS02 (Change BOM).
  
  
  
  Verify Material Master Data:
  
  Check the material master data using transaction code MM03 (Display Material) to ensure that the material number is correct and that it is set up properly.
  
  
  
  Check BOM Status:
  
  Ensure that the BOM is active and released. You can check the status in the BOM details.
  
  
  
  Check Plant and Storage Location:
  
  Make sure that the BOM is created for the correct plant and that you are using the correct plant in your transaction.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  BOM Types: Understand the different types of BOMs (e.g., production BOM, sales BOM) and their specific uses.
  BOM Usage: BOMs can be used for different purposes, and the usage type must match the context in which you are trying to access the BOM.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CS01: Create BOM
  CS02: Change BOM
  CS03: Display BOM
  MM03: Display Material
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on BOM management and troubleshooting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.