How To Fix FSH_PP_MD005 - BOM should be maintained on generic material level

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FSH_PP_MD - Message Class for PP Master Data

• Message number: 005

• Message text: BOM should be maintained on generic material level

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FSH_PP_MD005 - BOM should be maintained on generic material level ?

  The SAP error message FSH_PP_MD005 indicates that a Bill of Materials (BOM) is not maintained at the generic material level for a specific material. This error typically arises in the context of variant configuration or when dealing with configurable materials in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Generic Material Not Defined: The error occurs when the system expects a BOM to be defined for a generic material, but it is missing.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings for the material may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not finding the appropriate BOM.
  Material Type: The material type may not support BOMs at the generic level, or the BOM may not be correctly assigned to the generic material.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Create or Maintain BOM:
  
  Navigate to the BOM maintenance transaction (CS01 for creating, CS02 for changing, or CS03 for displaying).
  Ensure that a BOM exists for the generic material. If it does not, create a new BOM for the generic material.
  Make sure that the BOM is correctly assigned to the relevant material and that it is valid for the required plant.
  
  
  
  Check Material Master:
  
  Verify the material master data for the generic material. Ensure that the material is set up correctly and that it is marked as a configurable material if applicable.
  Check the "BOM Usage" field in the material master to ensure it is set correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Profiles:
  
  If you are using variant configuration, check the configuration profile associated with the material. Ensure that it is correctly set up to reference the BOM for the generic material.
  
  
  
  Check for Validity:
  
  Ensure that the BOM is valid for the relevant plant and that the validity dates are correct.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on maintaining BOMs for generic materials.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CS01: Create BOM
  CS02: Change BOM
  CS03: Display BOM
  MM03: Display Material Master
  CU50: Configuration Profile
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or bugs related to BOM maintenance for generic materials.
  
  
  Training and Documentation: Consider reviewing SAP training materials or documentation related to BOM management and variant configuration for a deeper understanding.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FSH_PP_MD005 error and ensure that the BOM is correctly maintained at the generic material level.