How To Fix CU861 - Check your settings for the order BOM

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CU - Variants / configuration messages

• Message number: 861

• Message text: Check your settings for the order BOM

What causes this issue?

You have selected the <LS>Order BOM</> setting. You need to define
further settings for processing order BOMs.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CU861 - Check your settings for the order BOM ?

  The SAP error message CU861 ("Check your settings for the order BOM") typically occurs in the context of Bill of Materials (BOM) processing, particularly when working with production orders or when trying to create or modify BOMs in the system. This error indicates that there is an issue with the configuration or settings related to the order BOM.
  Causes of Error CU861
  
  Missing BOM: The system cannot find a valid BOM for the material in the specified plant or for the production order.
  Incorrect BOM Usage: The BOM usage may not be set correctly for the production order or the material.
  BOM Status: The BOM might be inactive or not released for use in production.
  Plant-Specific Settings: The BOM may not be assigned to the correct plant or may not be valid for the specified plant.
  Order Type Configuration: The order type may not be configured to use BOMs correctly.
  Material Master Settings: The material master record may not be set up correctly, leading to issues in BOM assignment.
  
  Solutions to Error CU861
  
  
  Check BOM Existence: Verify that a valid BOM exists for the material in the specified plant. You can do this using transaction code CS03 (Display BOM).
  
  
  Review BOM Usage: Ensure that the BOM usage is appropriate for the production order. You can check this in the BOM configuration settings.
  
  
  BOM Status: Make sure that the BOM is active and released. You can check the status in the BOM details.
  
  
  Plant Assignment: Confirm that the BOM is assigned to the correct plant. If necessary, create or modify the BOM for the correct plant.
  
  
  Order Type Configuration: Check the configuration of the order type in the system to ensure it is set up to use BOMs. This can be done in the configuration settings (transaction code SPRO).
  
  
  Material Master Review: Review the material master record for the material in question to ensure it is set up correctly, including the BOM assignment.
  
  
  Transaction Logs: Check transaction logs or system messages for additional details that may provide more context about the error.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  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 known issues or patches related to BOM processing and the specific error message.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on BOM management and production order processing.
  
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in production planning and BOM management.