How To Fix ME466 - Error exploding structured article

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 466

• Message text: Error exploding structured article

What causes this issue?

[&V1+0(1)&] No header material found (structured material)
[&V1+1(1)&] No components found (structured material)
[&V1+2(1)&] Listing conditions incompletely maintained
[&V1+3(1)&] Not allowed for single material (industry)
[&V1+4(1)&] No explosion defined for material category (Customizing)
[&V1+5(1)&] Internal error

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?

No components found
Maintain the components for the structured material via BOM maintenance
on the "Material" initial screen.
Listing conditions incompletely maintained
Complete the listing conditions:
<DS:TRAN.WSP4>Perform function</>
Not allowed for single material (industry)
Enter a material that was created via integrated material maintenance.
No explosion defined for material category
Contact your system administrator. Get the latter to set up the
explosion in Customizing
<DS:SIMG.W_ZF_ST_0350>Structured material in the logistical process</>.
Internal error
Contact your system administrator.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME466 - Error exploding structured article ?

  The SAP error message ME466, which states "Error exploding structured article," typically occurs in the context of materials management and production planning when the system encounters issues while trying to explode a bill of materials (BOM) for a structured article (like a configurable product). This can happen during various processes, such as sales order processing, production order creation, or when trying to view the details of a structured material.
  Causes of ME466 Error
  
  Missing BOM: The structured article may not have a valid BOM defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the structured article may be incorrect or incomplete.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data related to the structured article, such as missing components or incorrect settings.
  Invalid Parameters: The parameters used for the explosion may not be valid or may not match the expected values.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the BOM or related data.
  
  Solutions to ME466 Error
  
  
  Check BOM Existence: Verify that a valid BOM exists for the structured article. You can do this by using transaction code CS03 (Display BOM) to check if the BOM is correctly defined.
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings: Ensure that the configuration settings for the structured article are complete and correct. This includes checking the configuration profile and dependencies.
  
  
  Validate Master Data: Check for any inconsistencies in the master data related to the structured article. Ensure that all components are correctly defined and available.
  
  
  Check Parameters: Review the parameters being used for the explosion process. Ensure that they are valid and match the expected values.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the BOM and related data. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  
  
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider using the debugging tools in SAP to trace the error and identify the specific point of failure in the explosion process.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP you are using, as there may be known issues or patches available.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CS03 (Display BOM), CS01 (Create BOM), and CS02 (Change BOM) for managing BOMs.
  Configuration Profiles: Understand how configuration profiles work in SAP, especially for configurable materials.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific fixes or updates related to the ME466 error.
  User Roles: Review user roles and authorizations in the SAP system to ensure proper access rights.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the ME466 error in SAP.