How To Fix CX164 - Item & cannot be used for order BOMs

CX164 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CX - Nachrichten für Konfigurationsprozess

• Message number: 164

• Message text: Item & cannot be used for order BOMs

What causes this issue?

The sales order item you selected does not support order BOM
processing.

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?

In the configuration profile, set the "Order BOM" indicator. This
indicator lets you maintain the order BOM in a configuration in the
sales order.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CX164 - Item & cannot be used for order BOMs ?

  The SAP error message CX164 "Item & cannot be used for order BOMs" typically occurs when there is an issue with the Bill of Materials (BOM) configuration in the system. This error indicates that the specific item you are trying to use in a production order or a related process is not valid for use in an order BOM context.
  Causes:
  
  Item Type: The item may not be defined as a valid BOM item type. For example, it could be a non-stock item or a service item that cannot be included in a BOM.
  BOM Status: The BOM might be inactive or not released for use in production.
  Material Master Data: The material master data for the item may not be set up correctly, such as missing views or incorrect settings.
  BOM Usage: The BOM usage might not be appropriate for the order type you are trying to create.
  Plant Assignment: The item may not be