How To Fix MDG_BS_MAT_MKAL_API006 - BOM Alternative &1, Application &2

MDG_BS_MAT_MKAL_API006 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_BS_MAT_MKAL_API - Message class for MDG MKAL

• Message number: 006

• Message text: BOM Alternative &1, Application &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_BS_MAT_MKAL_API006 - BOM Alternative &1, Application &2 ?

  The SAP error message MDG_BS_MAT_MKAL_API006 typically relates to issues encountered in the Master Data Governance (MDG) module, specifically when dealing with Bill of Materials (BOM) alternatives. This error can occur during the creation or modification of BOMs in the system.
  
  Cause:
  The error message indicates that there is a problem with the BOM alternative being processed. Common causes for this error include:
  
  Missing Data: Required fields for the BOM alternative may not be filled in correctly or are missing.
  Invalid Configuration: The BOM alternative may not be configured correctly in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data being processed, such as references to materials or components that do not exist or are not valid.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or modify BOM alternatives.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the API or the data model.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can