How To Fix IEN254 - Higher-level equipment is not a BOM header or not correctly maintained

IEN254 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IEN -

• Message number: 254

• Message text: Higher-level equipment is not a BOM header or not correctly maintained

What causes this issue?

In "Install Material" or "Dismantle Material" mode (install or dismantle
BOMs), you can only use one BOM header as a superior equipment item.

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?

Enter a superior equipment item that is a valid BOM header.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IEN254 - Higher-level equipment is not a BOM header or not correctly maintained ?

  The SAP error message IEN254, which states "Higher-level equipment is not a BOM header or not correctly maintained," typically occurs in the context of equipment management and bill of materials (BOM) in SAP. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a valid BOM header for the specified higher-level equipment, which is necessary for the operation you are trying to perform.
  Causes:
  
  Missing BOM Header: The higher-level equipment you are trying to reference does not have an associated BOM header in the system.
  Incorrect BOM Configuration: The BOM for the higher-level equipment may not be correctly configured or maintained.
  Incorrect Equipment Assignment: The equipment may not be correctly assigned to the BOM or may not be recognized as a valid BOM header.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data related to the equipment or BOM.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check BOM Existence: Verify that a BOM exists for the higher-level equipment. You can do this