How To Fix M3809 - No application for the BOM selection can be determined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M3 - Material Master

• Message number: 809

• Message text: No application for the BOM selection can be determined

What causes this issue?

You have entered an alternative BOM or a BOM usage. The system
thereupon tried to find the application for the BOM selection. This is
necessary for finding the alternative BOMs possible.

System Response

The system could not find any application for the BOM selection.

How to fix this error?

You can specify this application in Customizing for <LS>Product Cost
Controlling</> in <LS>Define Quantity Structure Determination</>. You
should maintain an entry with quantity structure determination ID
<LB>++++</>.
<DS:TRANS.OKK5>Proceed</>

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M3809 - No application for the BOM selection can be determined ?

  The SAP error message M3809 ("No application for the BOM selection can be determined") typically occurs when the system is unable to find a valid Bill of Materials (BOM) for the material you are trying to process. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when creating a production order, a sales order, or during material planning.
  Causes:
  
  Missing BOM: The BOM for the specified material and plant combination does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect BOM Usage: The BOM usage type may not be set correctly, or the BOM may not be valid for the operation you are trying to perform.
  Plant/Material Configuration: The material may not be assigned to the correct plant, or the BOM may not be valid for that specific plant.
  BOM Status: The BOM may be inactive or not released for use.
  Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used to find the BOM may not match any existing BOMs.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check BOM Existence: Verify if a BOM exists for the material and plant combination. You can do this using transaction code CS03 (Display BOM).
  Check BOM Usage: Ensure that the BOM usage is appropriate for the operation you are performing. For example, if you are creating a production order, the BOM usage should be set to production.
  Validate Material and Plant: Confirm that the material is correctly assigned to the plant you are working with. You can check this in the material master (transaction code MM03).
  BOM Status: Ensure that the BOM is active and released. You can check the status in the BOM details.
  Review Selection Criteria: If you are using specific selection criteria, ensure they are correct and match the existing BOMs.
  Check for Alternative BOMs: If there are alternative BOMs, ensure that the system is configured to select the correct one based on your criteria.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CS03: Display BOM
  CS01: Create BOM
  CS02: Change BOM
  MM03: Display Material Master
  
  
  BOM Types: Understand the different BOM types (e.g., production BOM, sales BOM) and their usages.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on BOM management and troubleshooting.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the relevant module.