How To Fix CX081 - You cannot unfix the BOM

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CX - Nachrichten für Konfigurationsprozess

• Message number: 081

• Message text: You cannot unfix the BOM

What causes this issue?

You have fixed and saved the BOM of an assembly. Once you have saved
the fixed BOM of an assembly in the configuration editor, you can no
longer use the configuration editor to delete it.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

You can use transaction CU62 to delete the fixed assembly. After
deletion, the configuration editor shows the super BOM for the assembly
again.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CX081 - You cannot unfix the BOM ?

  The SAP error message CX081, "You cannot unfix the BOM," typically occurs when there is an attempt to unfix a Bill of Materials (BOM) that is currently in a fixed state. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when a BOM is locked for changes due to production orders, or when it is marked as fixed in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Fixed BOM: The BOM is marked as fixed, which means it cannot be modified or un-fixed until certain conditions are met.
  Active Production Orders: There may be active production orders that reference the BOM, preventing changes.
  Dependencies: Other objects or dependencies in the system may be preventing the unfixing of the BOM.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the unfixing operation.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check BOM Status: Verify the status of the BOM in the system. If it is fixed, you may need to determine why it is fixed and whether it