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

CU861 - Overview

• 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