How To Fix FRMLAPI214 - Explosion scope & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FRMLAPI - RMS-FRM: API Messages for Formula

• Message number: 214

• Message text: Explosion scope & does not exist

What causes this issue?

Formula explosion is called with explosion scope &V1& that is not
defined in table FRMLT_EXSC.

System Response

The formula cannot be exploded.

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE RMS_GEN_ADMIN OBJECT DOKU ID TX

Procedure for System Administrators

Contact SAP (internal error).

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FRMLAPI214 - Explosion scope & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message FRMLAPI214 typically indicates that there is an issue related to the explosion scope in the context of a formula or recipe in SAP's process industries module, particularly in the areas of production planning and control.
  Cause:
  The error message FRMLAPI214 ("Explosion scope & does not exist") usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Missing Explosion Scope: The explosion scope that is being referenced in the formula or recipe does not exist in the system. This could be due to a configuration issue or a missing entry in the relevant tables.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The explosion scope may not have been properly defined or activated in the system. This can happen if the necessary settings were not completed during the configuration of the production environment.
  
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the formula or recipe, such as incorrect references or missing data entries.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FRMLAPI214 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Explosion Scope Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the explosion scope in SAP. This can typically be found in the customizing settings under the relevant module (e.g., Process Industries).
  Ensure that the explosion scope you are trying to use is defined and active.
  
  
  
  Verify Formula/Recipe Settings:
  
  Open the formula or recipe that is causing the error and check the explosion scope field.
  Ensure that the explosion scope is correctly assigned and that it matches an existing entry in the system.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data related to the materials, recipes, or formulas involved. Ensure that all necessary data is complete and consistent.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on managing explosion scopes and related settings.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights based on the specific configuration and version of your SAP system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like C201 (Create Formula) or C202 (Change Formula) to access and modify formulas and their associated explosion scopes.
  Tables: Familiarize yourself with relevant tables such as TCRP (for recipes) and TCRP_EXP (for explosion scopes) to check for existing entries and configurations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide patches or additional information on known issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the FRMLAPI214 error in your SAP system.