How To Fix M_OBOM_WB_GNRL036 - Insufficient system settings for the "Order BOM" scenario

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M_OBOM_WB_GNRL - OEWB: allgemeine Fehlermeldungen

• Message number: 036

• Message text: Insufficient system settings for the "Order BOM" scenario

What causes this issue?

The system settings for the Order BOM scenario are not sufficient for
the Order Engineering Workbench. A fixed order BOM is required in all
cases. For the Order Engineering Workbench<(>,<)><(><<)>/> the data from
this fixed order BOM takes precedence.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

In SAP enhancement CCUX0006, enter "X" in field E_FIXED_FLAG. Change
this SAP enhancement in the same way as include ZXCUCU13.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M_OBOM_WB_GNRL036 - Insufficient system settings for the "Order BOM" scenario ?

  The SAP error message M_OBOM_WB_GNRL036 indicates that there are insufficient system settings for the "Order BOM" (Bill of Materials) scenario. This error typically arises when the system is not configured correctly to handle the specific requirements for Order BOMs in the production process.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  Missing Configuration: The system may not be configured to support Order BOMs. This could include missing settings in the configuration of the Material Management (MM) or Production Planning (PP) modules.
  
  
  Incorrect Master Data: The material master or BOM master data may not be set up correctly for the Order BOM scenario.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or create Order BOMs.
  
  
  Versioning Issues: There may be issues related to the versioning of BOMs, where the system cannot find the correct version for the order.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  Go to the SPRO transaction and navigate to the relevant configuration settings for Order BOMs. Ensure that all necessary settings are in place.
  Specifically, check the settings under Production > Master Data > Bill of Materials > Define Order BOM.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Verify that the material master and BOM are correctly set up for the Order BOM scenario. Ensure that the BOM is marked as an Order BOM and that it is assigned to the correct material.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify Order BOMs. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  
  
  
  BOM Versioning:
  
  Check if the correct version of the BOM is being used in the order. If necessary, create or activate the required BOM version.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific configuration steps related to Order BOMs.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights based on the specific version of SAP you are using.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CS01 (Create BOM), CS02 (Change BOM), and CS03 (Display BOM) to manage BOMs effectively.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide patches or additional configuration steps.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the underlying issues causing the M_OBOM_WB_GNRL036 error in your SAP system.