How To Fix M_OBOM_WB_GNRL006 - Version &1 does not exist for sales order &2, item &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M_OBOM_WB_GNRL - OEWB: allgemeine Fehlermeldungen

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Version &1 does not exist for sales order &2, item &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M_OBOM_WB_GNRL006 - Version &1 does not exist for sales order &2, item &3 ?

  The SAP error message M_OBOM_WB_GNRL006 indicates that a specific version of a Bill of Materials (BOM) does not exist for a given sales order and item. This error typically arises in the context of production planning and sales order processing when the system is unable to find the required BOM version for the specified sales order item.
  Cause:
  
  Missing BOM Version: The specified BOM version for the material in the sales order does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Sales Order Item: The sales order item may not be correctly linked to the BOM version.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the material master or BOM settings.
  Version Control: The BOM versioning might not be set up correctly, or the version might have been deleted or not created for the specific sales order.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check BOM Versions:
  
  Go to the BOM transaction (CS03) and check if the BOM version for the material exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or ensure that the correct version is being referenced.
  
  
  
  Verify Sales Order Item:
  
  Check the sales order (VA03) to ensure that the item is correctly set up and that it references the correct material.
  Ensure that the item category and other settings are appropriate for the BOM usage.
  
  
  
  Create or Update BOM:
  
  If the BOM version is missing, create a new BOM version using transaction CS01 or update the existing one to include the necessary details.
  
  
  
  Check Material Master:
  
  Ensure that the material master data is correctly maintained, especially the views related to BOM and sales.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific configuration settings related to BOM and sales orders.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the sales order processing again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CS03: Display BOM
  CS01: Create BOM
  VA03: Display Sales Order
  MM03: Display Material Master
  
  
  
  BOM Configuration: Ensure that the BOM is configured correctly in the system, including the usage and status.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to BOM versions and sales orders.
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and modify BOMs and sales orders.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.