How To Fix M3653 - Check the default alternative BOM

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M3 - Material Master

• Message number: 653

• Message text: Check the default alternative BOM

What causes this issue?

You have done one of the following:
Entered an <DS:GLOS.alternative_BOM>alternative bill of material</>
(BOM) without specifying the <DS:GLOS.BOM_usage>BOM usage</>
Specified a BOM usage without entering the alternative BOM

System Response

The system has proposed the missing entry.

How to fix this error?

Check the entry proposed by the system.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M3653 - Check the default alternative BOM ?

  The SAP error message M3653, which states "Check the default alternative BOM," typically occurs in the context of Bill of Materials (BOM) management in SAP. This error indicates that there is an issue with the default alternative BOM for a material when trying to perform certain operations, such as production planning or order creation.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Default BOM: The system cannot find a default BOM for the material in question.
  Incorrect BOM Configuration: The BOM may not be correctly configured as the default alternative BOM.
  Material Master Settings: The material master record may not have the correct settings for BOM usage.
  Alternative BOM Not Active: The alternative BOM that is supposed to be the default may not be active or may have been deleted.
  BOM Status: The BOM might be in a status that does not allow it to be used (e.g., inactive).
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check BOM Configuration:
  
  Go to the BOM transaction (CS03) and check if the BOM exists for the material.
  Ensure that the BOM is marked as the default alternative BOM.
  
  
  
  Set Default BOM:
  
  If there are multiple BOMs for the material, ensure that one is set as the default. You can do this in the BOM maintenance screen (CS02) by selecting the appropriate BOM and marking it as default.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master:
  
  Check the material master record (MM03) to ensure that the BOM usage is correctly set and that it points to the correct BOM.
  
  
  
  Activate Alternative BOM:
  
  If the alternative BOM is not active, you may need to activate it or create a new one that meets the requirements.
  
  
  
  Check BOM Status:
  
  Ensure that the BOM is in an active status and is not marked for deletion.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files for specific details related to BOM management and error handling.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CS01: Create BOM
  CS02: Change BOM
  CS03: Display BOM
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  
  
  
  BOM Types: Understand the different types of BOMs (e.g., production BOM, sales BOM, etc.) and their specific configurations.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to BOMs and this error message.
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and modify BOMs.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the M3653 error message in SAP. If the problem persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.