How To Fix CUM01008 - The bill of material does not contain any items

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CUM01 - Message Class for Displaying Configuration Model

• Message number: 008

• Message text: The bill of material does not contain any items

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CUM01008 - The bill of material does not contain any items ?

  The SAP error message CUM01008, which states "The bill of material does not contain any items," typically occurs when you are trying to access or process a Bill of Materials (BOM) that is either empty or has not been properly defined in the system. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Empty BOM: The BOM you are trying to access does not have any components defined.
  Incorrect BOM Number: The BOM number you are using may be incorrect or does not exist in the system.
  BOM Status: The BOM may be in a status that does not allow it to be used (e.g., it might be marked for deletion).
  Plant/Version Issues: The BOM may not be valid for the specific plant or version you are trying to use.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary permissions to view the BOM.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check BOM Definition:
  
  Go to the BOM transaction (e.g., CS03) and enter the BOM number to check if it has any components defined.
  If it is empty, you will need to create or modify the BOM to include the necessary items.
  
  
  
  Verify BOM Number:
  
  Ensure that you are using the correct BOM number. Double-check for any typos or errors in the number you are entering.
  
  
  
  Check BOM Status:
  
  Verify the status of the BOM. If it is marked for deletion or inactive, you may need to reactivate it or create a new BOM.
  
  
  
  Plant and Version Check:
  
  Ensure that the BOM is valid for the plant and version you are working with. You can check this in the BOM details.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Confirm that you have the necessary authorizations to view and edit BOMs. If not, contact your SAP administrator to grant the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Create a New BOM:
  
  If the BOM is indeed empty and you need it for production or planning, you may need to create a new BOM with the required components.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  CS01: Create BOM
  CS02: Change BOM
  CS03: Display BOM
  CS11: Display BOM for a material
  
  
  BOM Types: Understand the different types of BOMs (e.g., production BOM, sales BOM, etc.) and ensure you are working with the correct type for your needs.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed instructions on managing BOMs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CUM01008 error and ensure that your BOM is correctly defined and usable in your SAP system.