How To Fix EDESK_UI_WD153 - No material BOM was created previously for this material

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EDESK_UI_WD - Engineering Desktop: User Interface Web Screen

• Message number: 153

• Message text: No material BOM was created previously for this material

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EDESK_UI_WD153 - No material BOM was created previously for this material ?

  The SAP error message EDESK_UI_WD153 indicates that there is no Bill of Materials (BOM) created for the specified material in the system. This error typically occurs when you are trying to perform operations that require a BOM, such as production planning, material requirements planning, or when creating a production order.
  Cause:
  
  No BOM Exists: The primary cause of this error is that the material you are working with does not have an associated BOM in the system.
  Incorrect Material Number: The material number entered may be incorrect or does not exist in the system.
  BOM Status: The BOM may exist but could be inactive or not valid for the plant or production version you are working with.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing you from viewing or accessing the BOM.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Create a BOM:
  
  If the material does not have a BOM, you will need to create one. You can do this using the transaction code CS01 (Create BOM).
  Ensure you enter the correct material number and other required details.
  
  
  
  Check Existing BOMs:
  
  Use transaction code CS03 (Display BOM) to check if a BOM exists for the material. If it does exist, verify that it is valid for the relevant plant and production version.
  
  
  
  Verify Material Number:
  
  Double-check the material number you are using to ensure it is correct and exists in the system.
  
  
  
  Check BOM Status:
  
  If a BOM exists, check its status to ensure it is active and valid for the intended use.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view or create BOMs for the material in question.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the BOM creation process or the specific requirements for your material, consult your organization's SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  BOM Types: Understand the different types of BOMs (e.g., single-level, multi-level) and their applications.
  Material Master: Ensure that the material master data is correctly set up, as this can affect BOM creation.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CS01: Create BOM
  CS02: Change BOM
  CS03: Display BOM
  CS11: Display BOM for a material
  
  
  SAP Help Portal: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on BOMs and related processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully create or access the required BOM for your material.