How To Fix MPE_CM_EFFECTIVITY015 - Items do not exist for BOM &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPE_CM_EFFECTIVITY - Message Class for Parameter Effectivity

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Items do not exist for BOM &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPE_CM_EFFECTIVITY015 - Items do not exist for BOM & ?

  The SAP error message MPE_CM_EFFECTIVITY015 indicates that there are no items available for the Bill of Materials (BOM) specified in the transaction you are trying to execute. This error typically occurs in the context of production planning, material requirements planning, or when working with configurable materials.
  Cause
  The error can be caused by several factors:
  
  Missing BOM: The BOM for the specified material does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect BOM Usage: The BOM may not be valid for the specific usage or plant you are working with.
  Configuration Issues: If you are dealing with configurable materials, the configuration might not be set up correctly, leading to the absence of valid BOM items.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, such as missing components or incorrect validity dates for the BOM.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the BOM.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check BOM Existence:
  
  Use transaction code CS03 (Display BOM) to check if the BOM exists for the material in question.
  Ensure that the BOM is valid for the plant and the usage you are working with.
  
  
  
  Verify BOM Components:
  
  Ensure that all components of the BOM are correctly defined and available.
  Check the validity dates of the BOM to ensure it is active for the required period.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  If you are working with configurable materials, ensure that the configuration profile is set up correctly and that the necessary dependencies are defined.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the BOM data. Consult with your SAP security team if needed.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to BOM management and configuration to ensure that you are following the correct procedures.
  
  
  
  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 related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CS01 (Create BOM), CS02 (Change BOM), and CS03 (Display BOM).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to BOM issues or the specific error message for additional troubleshooting steps or patches.
  Master Data Management: Ensure that your master data is well-maintained, as issues with master data can lead to various errors in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution.