How To Fix IM018 - No bill of material exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IM - Maintenance notifications

• Message number: 018

• Message text: No bill of material exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IM018 - No bill of material exists ?

  The SAP error message IM018 ("No bill of material exists") typically occurs when you are trying to access or process a bill of materials (BOM) that does not exist in the system for the specified material or plant. This can happen in various transactions, such as when creating production orders, planning, or during material requirements planning (MRP).
  Causes:
  
  Missing BOM: The most common cause is that a BOM has not been created for the material in question.
  Incorrect Material or Plant: The material number or plant specified may be incorrect or does not match any existing BOM.
  BOM Status: The BOM may be inactive or not released for use.
  BOM Type: The BOM type may not be appropriate for the operation you are trying to perform.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration settings.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Create a BOM: If a BOM does not exist for the material, you need to create one using transaction code CS01 (Create BOM).
  
  Ensure you enter the correct material number and plant.
  Specify the appropriate BOM type.
  
  
  
  Check Existing BOMs: Use transaction code CS03 (Display BOM) to check if a BOM exists for the material and plant you are working with.
  
  If it exists, verify that it is active and released.
  
  
  
  Verify Material and Plant: Double-check the material number and plant in your transaction to ensure they are correct.
  
  
  BOM Status: If the BOM exists but is not active, you may need to change its status to active or released.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review the documentation or configuration settings related to BOMs in your SAP system to ensure everything is set up correctly.
  
  
  Check for User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view or create BOMs in the system.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CS01: Create BOM
  CS02: Change BOM
  CS03: Display BOM
  CS11: Display BOM for a material
  CS12: Display BOM for a plant
  
  
  
  BOM Types: Familiarize yourself with different BOM types (e.g., production BOM, sales BOM) and their specific uses.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to BOM processing.
  
  
  Training and Documentation: Consider reviewing SAP training materials or documentation related to BOM management for a deeper understanding.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the IM018 error and successfully work with bills of materials in SAP.