How To Fix EI109 - There is no alternative

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EI - Foreign Trade: Gen. Output

• Message number: 109

• Message text: There is no alternative

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EI109 - There is no alternative ?

  The SAP error message EI109 "There is no alternative" typically occurs in the context of material management or production planning when the system cannot find an alternative for a specific item or component. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during the creation of a production order, when trying to assign a component to a BOM (Bill of Materials), or when executing a material requirement planning (MRP) run.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Alternative BOM: The system is unable to find an alternative BOM for the material in question.
  No Alternative Sources: There may be no alternative sources of supply defined for the material.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the material or BOM may not be set up correctly.
  Master Data Issues: The material master data may be incomplete or incorrect, leading to the inability to find alternatives.
  Plant-Specific Settings: The error may arise if the alternatives are not defined for the specific plant or storage location.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check BOM and Alternatives:
  
  Go to the BOM transaction (CS03) and check if there are alternative BOMs defined for the material.
  If not, you may need to create an alternative BOM.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Check the material master data (MM03) to ensure that all necessary information is filled out correctly, including alternative sources of supply.
  
  
  
  Define Alternative Sources:
  
  If applicable, define alternative sources of supply for the material in the purchasing info record (ME11) or vendor master data.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  Review the configuration settings in the relevant modules (e.g., MM, PP) to ensure that alternatives are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Check Plant-Specific Settings:
  
  Ensure that the alternatives are defined for the specific plant or storage location where the error is occurring.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to your version of SAP and the context in which the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CS03 (Display BOM), MM03 (Display Material), ME11 (Create Info Record), and others that may help in troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further assistance.