How To Fix EDESK_CORE256 - No change number found for BOM &1 &2 &3 &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EDESK_CORE - Engineering Desktop: Central Functions

• Message number: 256

• Message text: No change number found for BOM &1 &2 &3 &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EDESK_CORE256 - No change number found for BOM &1 &2 &3 &4 ?

  The SAP error message EDESK_CORE256 with the description "No change number found for BOM &1 &2 &3 &4" typically occurs in the context of Bill of Materials (BOM) management. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a change number associated with the specified BOM.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Change Number: The change number that is supposed to be linked to the BOM does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect BOM Reference: The BOM reference provided in the error message may be incorrect or does not correspond to an existing BOM.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the change number for the BOM.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries in the change number table or BOM table.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for BOM management may not be set up correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Change Number: Check if the change number exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., CS02 for changing BOM) and checking the change number associated with the BOM.
  Check BOM Details: Ensure that the BOM number and other parameters (like plant, usage, etc.) are correct. You can use transaction CS03 to display the BOM and verify its details.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the BOM and its associated change numbers. This may require coordination with your SAP security team.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the BOM and change number tables to identify any discrepancies. This may involve using transaction codes like SE11 or SE16 to inspect the relevant database tables.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to BOM management and change numbers for any specific guidance or known issues.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CS01 (Create BOM), CS02 (Change BOM), CS03 (Display BOM), and C223 (Change Number Management).
  BOM Change Management: Understand how change numbers are used in BOM management, including how they are created and linked to BOMs.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the EDESK_CORE256 error message in SAP.