How To Fix CURTO1003 - Missing BOM alternative

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CURTO1 - PDS Generation (ERP system)

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Missing BOM alternative

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CURTO1003 - Missing BOM alternative ?

  The SAP error message CURTO1003, which indicates "Missing BOM alternative," typically occurs when the system cannot find a valid Bill of Materials (BOM) alternative for a specific material in a production or planning process. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during production order creation, material requirements planning (MRP), or when trying to perform a material availability check.
  Cause:
  
  No BOM Defined: The material in question does not have a BOM defined in the system.
  BOM Alternative Not Specified: The system is looking for a specific BOM alternative that has not been defined or is not available for the material.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for BOMs may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not being able to find the required BOM alternative.
  Plant-Specific Issues: The BOM may be defined for a different plant, and the system is trying to access it from a plant where it does not exist.
  Versioning Issues: The BOM version may not be active or may have been deleted.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check BOM Definition: Verify that a BOM exists for the material in question. You can do this using transaction code CS03 (Display BOM) to check if the BOM is defined for the relevant material and plant.
  Specify BOM Alternative: If the BOM alternative is required, ensure that it is specified in the production order or MRP settings. You can define BOM alternatives in transaction code CS01 (Create BOM) or CS02 (Change BOM).
  Review Plant Settings: Ensure that the BOM is defined for the correct plant. If the BOM is plant-specific, it must be created for each plant where the material is used.
  Check BOM Status: Ensure that the BOM is active and not marked for deletion. You can check the status in the BOM details.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or configuration settings related to BOMs in your SAP system to ensure everything is set up correctly.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and access BOMs.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CS01: Create BOM
  CS02: Change BOM
  CS03: Display BOM
  CS11: Display BOM for a material
  CS12: Display BOM for a material in a multi-level view
  
  
  BOM Types: Understand the different types of BOMs (e.g., production BOM, sales BOM) and their specific uses.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to BOM processing that may address the error.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on BOM management and configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the CURTO1003 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.