How To Fix FRMLAPI288 - Explosion is not possible; I/O materials or I/O substances are missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 288

• Message text: Explosion is not possible; I/O materials or I/O substances are missing

What causes this issue?

You can specify in Customizing whether the system performs the explosion
using I/O materials or I/O substances.
Your setting: &V1&
However, the formula from which the explosion starts does not contain
the necessary data, that is, it does not contain any I/O materials or
I/O substances.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

If the system is to perform an explosion in accordance with your
Customizing settings, carry out one of the following steps:
Enter the missing data in the formula
Add the material-to-substance assignment and generate the material data
from the substance data or the substance data from the material data.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FRMLAPI288 - Explosion is not possible; I/O materials or I/O substances are missing ?

  The SAP error message FRMLAPI288 indicates that there is an issue with the explosion of a formula or recipe in the SAP system. Specifically, it means that the system cannot perform the explosion because certain input/output (I/O) materials or substances are missing. This error typically occurs in the context of production planning, material requirements planning (MRP), or when working with formulas in the SAP ERP system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing I/O Materials/Substances: The most common cause of this error is that the formula or recipe you are trying to explode references materials or substances that are not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the formula or recipe may be incorrect, leading to missing components.
  Inactive or Deleted Materials: The materials that are referenced in the formula may be inactive or deleted in the system.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain materials or substances.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Formula/Recipe: Review the formula or recipe that you are trying to explode. Ensure that all the required I/O materials and substances are correctly defined and available in the system.
  Verify Material Master Data: Check the material master data for the missing materials. Ensure that they are active and correctly configured.
  Update Missing Components: If any materials are missing, you may need to create or update them in the system. This can involve creating new material master records or updating existing ones.
  Check for Deletions: Ensure that none of the materials referenced in the formula have been deleted or marked as inactive.
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the materials involved in the formula explosion.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling formula explosions and related errors.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like C201 (Create Recipe) or C202 (Change Recipe) to manage recipes and formulas.
  Material Master: Use transaction code MM03 to view material master data and check the status of the materials involved.
  Error Logs: Check the application logs or error logs for more detailed information about the error and its context.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the relevant module (e.g., Production Planning, Material Management) for further assistance.