How To Fix MC_LO_VCHCLF_VCH022 - The necessary instance id for routing does not exist in the BOM

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MC_LO_VCHCLF_VCH - Messages specific to VCH Package

• Message number: 022

• Message text: The necessary instance id for routing does not exist in the BOM

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MC_LO_VCHCLF_VCH022 - The necessary instance id for routing does not exist in the BOM ?

  The SAP error message MC_LO_VCHCLF_VCH022 indicates that there is a problem related to the Bill of Materials (BOM) in the context of routing. Specifically, it suggests that the necessary instance ID for routing does not exist in the BOM. This can occur in various scenarios, particularly when working with production orders, material planning, or when trying to create or process a routing.
  Cause
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Missing BOM Entry: The BOM for the material does not contain the required components or instances that are needed for the routing.
  Incorrect Configuration: The routing may be configured incorrectly, or the instance ID that is being referenced does not match any entries in the BOM.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, such as the material master or BOM not being properly maintained.
  Versioning Issues: If there are multiple versions of the BOM or routing, the system may be referencing an outdated or incorrect version.
  
  Solution
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check BOM: Verify that the BOM for the material in question is correctly defined and includes all necessary components. You can do this using transaction code CS03 (Display BOM).
  
  
  Check Routing: Ensure that the routing is correctly defined and that it references the correct instance ID. You can check this using transaction code CA03 (Display Routing).
  
  
  Validate Instance ID: Make sure that the instance ID being referenced in the routing exists in the BOM. If it does not, you may need to create or update the BOM to include the necessary instance.
  
  
  Check for Changes: If there have been recent changes to the BOM or routing, ensure that these changes have been saved and activated properly.
  
  
  Consistency Check: Run a consistency check for the material and its associated BOM and routing to identify any discrepancies. This can often be done through transaction codes like C223 (Check BOM) or C202 (Check Routing).
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant SAP documentation or notes that may provide additional insights or specific fixes related to this error message.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CS03 (Display BOM), CA03 (Display Routing), and C223 (Check BOM).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to this error message in the SAP Support Portal, as there may be specific fixes or recommendations provided by SAP.
  Master Data Maintenance: Ensure that your master data (material master, BOM, routing) is consistently maintained to avoid such errors in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the error message MC_LO_VCHCLF_VCH022.