How To Fix MPE_CM_BOM037 - Material &1 cannot be added to a non-unitized BOM

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPE_CM_BOM - Message Class for Parameter Effectivity

• Message number: 037

• Message text: Material &1 cannot be added to a non-unitized BOM

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPE_CM_BOM037 - Material &1 cannot be added to a non-unitized BOM ?

  The SAP error message MPE_CM_BOM037 indicates that you are trying to add a material to a Bill of Materials (BOM) that is not unitized. This typically occurs when the material you are attempting to add is defined as a unitized material, but the BOM itself is set up in a way that does not support unitized components.
  Cause:
  
  Material Type: The material you are trying to add is defined as a unitized material (e.g., a material that is measured in units like pieces, boxes, etc.), while the BOM is configured to handle non-unitized materials (e.g., materials measured in weight, volume, etc.).
  BOM Configuration: The BOM may be set up in a way that does not allow for unitized components, or the BOM type may not support unitized materials.
  Material Master Settings: The settings in the material master for the material you are trying to add may not align with the BOM requirements.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check BOM Type: Verify the type of BOM you are working with. If it is a non-unitized BOM, you may need to create a new BOM that supports unitized materials.
  Review Material Master: Check the material master data for the material you are trying to add. Ensure that the material is correctly defined and that its unit of measure is compatible with the BOM type.
  Change BOM Configuration: If possible, change the BOM configuration to allow for unitized materials. This may involve changing the BOM type or settings in the BOM configuration.
  Create a New BOM: If the current BOM cannot be modified to accept unitized materials, consider creating a new BOM that is designed to include unitized components.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific configurations related to BOMs and materials.
  
  Related Information:
  
  BOM Types: Familiarize yourself with different BOM types in SAP (e.g., single-level BOM, multi-level BOM, variant BOM) and their characteristics.
  Material Master Data: Understand how to manage and configure material master data, including units of measure and material types.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on BOM configurations.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to modify BOMs and material master data in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MPE_CM_BOM037 error and successfully add the material to the appropriate BOM.