How To Fix FOX0026 - Explosion profile &1 was not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FOX0 - FOX Customizing

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Explosion profile &1 was not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FOX0026 - Explosion profile &1 was not found ?

  The SAP error message FOX0026, which states "Explosion profile &1 was not found," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Production Planning (PP) or Material Requirements Planning (MRP) modules. This error indicates that the system is unable to find the specified explosion profile, which is used for bill of materials (BOM) explosion during planning processes.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Explosion Profile: The specified explosion profile does not exist in the system. This could be due to a configuration issue or because the profile was deleted or never created.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the material or the planning strategy may not be set up correctly, leading to the system looking for a non-existent profile.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the material master or BOM that references the explosion profile.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Explosion Profile: Verify if the explosion profile exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in SAP:
  
  Use transaction code OX10 to check the explosion profiles.
  If the profile does not exist, you may need to create it or correct the reference in the material master or BOM.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Explosion Profile:
  
  If the explosion profile is missing, you can create a new one using transaction code OX10 or through the appropriate configuration path in the IMG (Implementation Guide).
  Ensure that the profile is correctly defined with the necessary parameters.
  
  
  
  Check Material Master and BOM:
  
  Review the material master data (transaction code MM03) to ensure that the correct explosion profile is assigned.
  Check the BOM (transaction code CS03) to ensure that it references the correct explosion profile.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the correct explosion profile to use, consult your organization's documentation or reach out to a colleague who is familiar with the configuration.
  
  
  Transport Requests: If the explosion profile was recently created or modified in a development environment, ensure that the changes have been transported to the production environment.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  CS03: Display BOM
  OX10: Maintain Explosion Profiles
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify the explosion profiles and related configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the PP or MRP modules.