How To Fix MPE_BOM_INVERSION018 - Wrong target material type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPE_BOM_INVERSION - Text for BOM inversion report

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Wrong target material type &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPE_BOM_INVERSION018 - Wrong target material type &1 ?

  The SAP error message MPE_BOM_INVERSION018 with the description "Wrong target material type &1" typically occurs in the context of Bill of Materials (BOM) processing. This error indicates that there is an issue with the material type of the target material when trying to create or modify a BOM.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Incorrect Material Type: The target material type specified does not match the expected material type for the BOM operation you are trying to perform. For example, if the system expects a finished product material type but receives a raw material type, this error can occur.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the material master or BOM settings that are not aligned with the expected material types.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data related to the material master or BOM that lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Material Type: Verify the material type of the target material. Ensure that it is compatible with the BOM operation you are trying to perform. You can do this by checking the material master data in transaction MM03.
  
  
  Review BOM Configuration: Check the configuration settings for BOMs in your SAP system. Ensure that the target material type is correctly defined in the BOM settings.
  
  
  Correct Data: If there are inconsistencies in the data, correct them. This may involve updating the material master or BOM data to ensure that they are aligned.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the expected material types for BOM operations.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like CS01 (Create BOM), CS02 (Change BOM), and CS03 (Display BOM) to work with BOMs.
  Material Master: Use transaction MM01 to create or MM02 to change material master records.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the MPE_BOM_INVERSION018 error in your SAP system.