How To Fix FRMLAPI280 - Standard explosion indicator is ambiguous; &1 &2 &3 &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 280

• Message text: Standard explosion indicator is ambiguous; &1 &2 &3 &4

What causes this issue?

INCLUDE RMS_FRM_EXPLOSION_STD_COMP OBJECT DOKU ID TX
The indicator has not been uniquely set for the output specified. This
could be caused by the following:
The material or substance is an output in several formulas and the
indicator was set for several formulas.
A substance or material was assigned to the material or substance.
However, the indicator was set for the material and substance in
different formulas.
The system cannot uniquely determine the formula to be used for further
explosion in this way. It uses the formula it reads first. This can
lead to undesirable results.

System Response

Processing is carried out, but you still receive this warning.

How to fix this error?

Make sure that the <LS>Standard Explosion</> indicator has been
uniquely set for the output.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FRMLAPI280 - Standard explosion indicator is ambiguous; &1 &2 &3 &4 ?

  The SAP error message FRMLAPI280, which states "Standard explosion indicator is ambiguous; &1 &2 &3 &4," typically occurs in the context of material requirements planning (MRP) or when working with bill of materials (BOM) in SAP. This error indicates that there is an ambiguity in the explosion indicator settings for a material or BOM item, which can lead to confusion in how the system should process the explosion of components.
  Cause:
  The ambiguity usually arises from one of the following reasons:
  
  Multiple BOMs: There are multiple BOMs defined for the same material, and the explosion indicators for these BOMs are not clearly defined or are conflicting.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the explosion indicators in the material master or BOM may not be set correctly.
  Missing Data: Required data for the explosion indicator may be missing or incorrectly maintained in the system.
  Versioning Issues: If there are different versions of the BOM, the system may not be able to determine which version to use for the explosion.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FRMLAPI280 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check BOMs: Review the BOMs associated with the material in question. Ensure that there are no conflicting explosion indicators set for the same material.
  
  Use transaction code CS03 to display the BOM and check the explosion indicators.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master: Check the material master data for the material to ensure that the explosion indicator is set correctly.
  
  Use transaction code MM03 to display the material master and verify the relevant settings.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration: Ensure that the configuration settings for the explosion indicators are correctly defined in the system. This may involve checking the configuration in the IMG (Implementation Guide) under the relevant MRP or BOM settings.
  
  
  Version Control: If there are multiple versions of the BOM, ensure that the correct version is being used and that it is properly maintained.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on how to configure explosion indicators and resolve ambiguities.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, perform a test run to ensure that the error is resolved and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CS01 (Create BOM), CS02 (Change BOM), CS03 (Display BOM), MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material).
  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.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the ambiguity causing the FRMLAPI280 error in your SAP system.