How To Fix FRMLAPI274 - Explosion of formulas of recipe is not possible; &1 &2 &3 &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 274

• Message text: Explosion of formulas of recipe is not possible; &1 &2 &3 &4

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Check the log entries generated by the system.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FRMLAPI274 - Explosion of formulas of recipe is not possible; &1 &2 &3 &4 ?

  The SAP error message FRMLAPI274, which states "Explosion of formulas of recipe is not possible; &1 &2 &3 &4," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Recipe Management or Production Planning modules. This error indicates that there is an issue with the formula or recipe explosion process, which is essential for determining the components and quantities needed for production.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incomplete Data: The recipe or formula may be missing essential components, such as raw materials, or the data may be incomplete.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the recipe management settings or in the material master data.
  Invalid Status: The recipe might be in a status that does not allow for explosion (e.g., not released).
  Circular References: There could be circular references in the recipe that prevent the system from calculating the required components.
  Versioning Issues: If multiple versions of a recipe exist, the system may be trying to access an outdated or incorrect version.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access or execute the recipe explosion.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Recipe Data: Verify that all necessary components and data are correctly entered in the recipe. Ensure that all raw materials are defined and available.
  Review Recipe Status: Ensure that the recipe is in a valid status for explosion (e.g., it should be released).
  Examine Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the recipe management module to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Resolve Circular References: If there are circular references, modify the recipe to eliminate them.
  Update Versions: Ensure that the correct version of the recipe is being used and that it is up to date.
  Check Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the recipe explosion.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like C201 (Create Recipe), C202 (Change Recipe), or C203 (Display Recipe) to manage recipes.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for Recipe Management for detailed guidelines on setting up and managing recipes.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the FRMLAPI274 error message in SAP.