How To Fix KQ077 - Qty structure control: BOM application &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KQ - Error Messages for Customizing Product Costing

• Message number: 077

• Message text: Qty structure control: BOM application &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KQ077 - Qty structure control: BOM application &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message KQ077, which states "Qty structure control: BOM application &1 does not exist," typically occurs when the system is unable to find a Bill of Materials (BOM) application that is referenced in the configuration or transaction you are trying to execute. This can happen for several reasons, including configuration issues or missing data.
  Causes:
  
  Missing BOM Application: The BOM application specified in the error message does not exist in the system. This could be due to incorrect configuration or a missing entry in the relevant tables.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the BOM application may not be set up correctly, leading to the system being unable to locate the required BOM application.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to BOMs, such as missing or incorrectly defined BOM types.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the BOM application.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check BOM Application Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for BOMs in the SAP system (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for BOM management and verify that the BOM application in question is correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Verify BOM Data:
  
  Use transaction codes like CS03 (Display BOM) to check if the BOM exists for the material in question.
  Ensure that the BOM application type is correctly assigned to the material.
  
  
  
  Check for Missing Entries:
  
  If the BOM application is indeed missing, you may need to create it or restore it from a backup if it was deleted inadvertently.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the BOM application. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CS01 (Create BOM), CS02 (Change BOM), and CS03 (Display BOM) for managing BOMs.
  BOM Types: Understand the different types of BOMs (e.g., production BOM, sales BOM) and their applications within your organization.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to BOM management for best practices and configuration guidelines.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the KQ077 error and implement a solution to resolve it.