How To Fix /CUM/ORDER068 - Start by expanding BOM

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CUM/ORDER -

• Message number: 068

• Message text: Start by expanding BOM

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CUM/ORDER068 - Start by expanding BOM ?

  The SAP error message /CUM/ORDER068 typically indicates that there is an issue related to the Bill of Materials (BOM) when trying to process a production order or a related operation. The message suggests that the system requires the BOM to be expanded before proceeding with the operation.
  Cause:
  
  BOM Not Expanded: The primary cause of this error is that the BOM for the material in question has not been fully expanded. This means that the system does not have all the necessary components and their quantities to proceed with the production order.
  Missing Components: There may be components in the BOM that are not available or not defined correctly.
  Configuration Issues: There could be issues with the configuration of the BOM or the production order itself.
  Incorrect Order Type: The order type may not be compatible with the BOM structure.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Expand the BOM: 
  
  Go to the transaction code CS02 (Change BOM) or CS03 (Display BOM).
  Enter the material number and plant, and check if the BOM is correctly defined.
  Ensure that all components are listed and that the BOM is valid for the production order.
  If necessary, expand the BOM by adding missing components or correcting any discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Check Production Order:
  
  Use transaction code CO02 (Change Production Order) to review the production order.
  Ensure that the order is correctly linked to the BOM and that the BOM version is appropriate for the order.
  
  
  
  Check Material Master:
  
  Verify the material master data for the finished product and components to ensure that they are correctly set up.
  Use transaction code MM03 (Display Material) to check the relevant settings.
  
  
  
  Run BOM Explosion:
  
  You can manually run a BOM explosion using transaction code CS11 (BOM Explosion) to see if the components are being correctly identified.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to BOM management and production orders for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  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
  
  
  
  BOM Types: Understand the different types of BOMs (e.g., single-level, multi-level) and how they relate to production orders.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to BOM processing or the error message in question.
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and modify BOMs and production orders.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the /CUM/ORDER068 error and successfully expand the BOM for your production order.