How To Fix FRMLDLG229 - You cannot enter the standard explosion of the primary output manually

FRMLDLG229 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FRMLDLG - RMS-FRM: Dialog Messages for Formula

• Message number: 229

• Message text: You cannot enter the standard explosion of the primary output manually

What causes this issue?

In a dependent formula, the standard explosion must be triggered for the
formula in the recipe.

System Response

The standard explosion indicator was deselected for the primary output.

How to fix this error?

To mark the primary output as preferred, set the Preferred Recipe
indicator on the <ZK>Basic Data</> tab page.

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 FRMLDLG229 - You cannot enter the standard explosion of the primary output manually ?

  The SAP error message FRMLDLG229, which states "You cannot enter the standard explosion of the primary output manually," typically occurs in the context of production planning and control, particularly when dealing with production orders and bill of materials (BOM) in SAP.
  
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when a user attempts to manually enter or modify the standard explosion of a primary output in a production order or a related transaction. The standard explosion is a predefined structure that SAP uses to determine the components required for producing a finished product. The system restricts manual changes to ensure data integrity and consistency, as the explosion is typically derived from the BOM and routing.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check BOM and Routing: Ensure that the BOM and routing for the primary output are correctly defined and maintained in the system. If there are discrepancies, correct them in the BOM or routing.
  
  
  Use the