How To Fix CU862 - Order BOM not allowed if no BOM explosion

CU862 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CU - Variants / configuration messages

• Message number: 862

• Message text: Order BOM not allowed if no BOM explosion

What causes this issue?

The <LS>Order BOM</> setting is only allowed for single-level or
multi-level configuration.
If you selected <ZH>No BOM explosion</>, you cannot create an order
BOM.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CU862 - Order BOM not allowed if no BOM explosion ?

  The SAP error message CU862 ("Order BOM not allowed if no BOM explosion") typically occurs in the context of production orders and bill of materials (BOM) management. This error indicates that the system is trying to process a production order that requires a BOM explosion, but the necessary conditions for the explosion are not met.
  
  Cause:
  
  BOM Not Defined: The BOM for the material in question may not be defined or may not be active.
  BOM Status: The BOM might be in a status that does not allow it to be exploded (e.g., inactive or deleted).
  Order Type: The order type being used may not be configured to allow BOM explosions.
  Material Master Settings: The material master record may not be set up correctly, particularly in relation to the BOM.
  Production Version: If a production version is required and not specified, the system may not be able to determine which BOM to use.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may