How To Fix EIT_IMPORT055 - BOM determination failed.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EIT_IMPORT - Extensibility Template: Import

• Message number: 055

• Message text: BOM determination failed.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EIT_IMPORT055 - BOM determination failed. ?

  The SAP error message EIT_IMPORT055: BOM determination failed typically occurs during the process of determining a Bill of Materials (BOM) in the SAP system. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as during production order creation, material requirement planning, or when trying to explode a BOM.
  Causes:
  
  Missing BOM: The BOM for the specified material may not exist in the system.
  Incorrect BOM Usage: The BOM may not be valid for the specific usage or plant.
  Invalid Material: The material for which the BOM is being determined may not be correctly set up or may not exist.
  BOM Status: The BOM might be inactive or not released for use.
  Plant/Storage Location Issues: The BOM may not be assigned to the correct plant or storage location.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings related to BOM determination.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check BOM Existence: Verify that the BOM exists for the material in question. You can do this using transaction code CS03 (Display BOM).
  Validate BOM Usage: Ensure that the BOM is valid for the intended usage and that it is assigned to the correct plant.
  Check Material Master: Use transaction code MM03 to check the material master data for the material in question. Ensure that it is correctly set up.
  BOM Status: Confirm that the BOM is active and released. You can check the status in the BOM display.
  Plant Assignment: Ensure that the BOM is assigned to the correct plant and that the plant is active in the system.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to BOM determination in the system. This may involve reviewing the settings in the configuration transaction (SPRO).
  Error Logs: Check the application logs for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context for the failure.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CS03: Display BOM
  MM03: Display Material Master
  CS02: Change BOM
  CS01: Create BOM
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to BOM determination.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to BOM management and determination processes for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.