How To Fix CU757 - Order BOMs already created for profile &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CU - Variants / configuration messages

• Message number: 757

• Message text: Order BOMs already created for profile &

What causes this issue?

You want to change the setting for the BOM explosion result. The
current setting is <ZH>Order BOM</>.
You want to change the <ZH>Multi-level</> indicator to <ZH>Single-level
</>, but multi-level order BOMs already exist for this profile.
You want to switch the <ZH>Result-oriented</> and <ZH>Knowledge-based
</> indicators, but this is no longer possible here.

System Response

The system found that sales order BOMs have already been created with
reference to profile &V1&, so you cannot make this change.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CU757 - Order BOMs already created for profile & ?

  The SAP error message CU757 ("Order BOMs already created for profile &") typically occurs in the context of Bill of Materials (BOM) management within the SAP system, particularly when dealing with production orders or process orders. This error indicates that there are already existing BOMs associated with the specified profile for the order, and the system does not allow the creation of duplicate BOMs for that profile.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate BOM Creation: The primary cause of this error is an attempt to create a new BOM for a production order or process order when a BOM already exists for the same profile.
  Incorrect Profile Assignment: The profile assigned to the order may already have an associated BOM, leading to this conflict.
  System Configuration: There may be specific configurations in the SAP system that prevent the creation of multiple BOMs for the same profile.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing BOMs: 
  
  Use transaction codes like CS03 (Display BOM) to check if a BOM already exists for the specified profile. If it does, you may need to use that existing BOM instead of trying to create a new one.
  
  
  
  Modify Existing BOM: 
  
  If changes are needed, consider modifying the existing BOM rather than creating a new one. You can use transaction code CS02 (Change BOM) to make necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Review Profile Assignment: 
  
  Ensure that the correct profile is assigned to the order. If the profile is incorrect, you may need to change it to one that does not have an existing BOM.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review the documentation or configuration settings related to BOM management in your SAP system to understand any restrictions or rules that may apply.
  
  
  
  Error Handling: 
  
  If you believe this error is occurring in error (e.g., due to a system bug), consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  CS01 - Create BOM
  CS02 - Change BOM
  CS03 - Display BOM
  CO01 - Create Production Order
  CO02 - Change Production Order
  CO03 - Display Production Order
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific fixes or updates related to this error message. You can search for notes using the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify BOMs in the system.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CU757 error and manage your BOMs effectively within SAP.