How To Fix MPE_CM_EFFECTIVITY091 - Item category &1 is not allowed in the version BOM

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPE_CM_EFFECTIVITY - Message Class for Parameter Effectivity

• Message number: 091

• Message text: Item category &1 is not allowed in the version BOM

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPE_CM_EFFECTIVITY091 - Item category &1 is not allowed in the version BOM ?

  The SAP error message MPE_CM_EFFECTIVITY091 indicates that there is an issue with the item category specified in a version Bill of Materials (BOM). This error typically arises when the item category used in the BOM is not permitted for the specific version of the BOM you are trying to work with.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Item Category: The item category specified (denoted as &1 in the error message) is not allowed in the context of the version BOM you are trying to use. This could be due to configuration settings in the system.
  Version Control Settings: The version BOM may have restrictions on which item categories can be included, and the item category you are trying to use does not meet these criteria.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the BOM settings or the item category settings in the material master.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Item Category: Verify the item category you are trying to use. Ensure that it is valid for the version BOM you are working with. You can check the allowed item categories in the BOM configuration settings.
  Review BOM Configuration: Go to the BOM configuration settings in SAP and check the settings for version BOMs. Ensure that the item category you are using is included in the allowed list.
  Adjust BOM Item: If the item category is indeed not allowed, consider changing the item category to one that is permitted for the version BOM.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on item categories and version BOMs to understand the restrictions and requirements.
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a critical issue affecting your operations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  BOM Types: Understand the different types of BOMs in SAP (e.g., standard BOM, variant BOM, version BOM) and their specific rules regarding item categories.
  Material Master: Review the material master data for the items involved to ensure that they are set up correctly and that the item categories are appropriate.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CS01 (Create BOM), CS02 (Change BOM), and CS03 (Display BOM) to manage BOMs effectively.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to BOM and item categories that may provide additional insights or solutions to similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.