How To Fix MPE_INSTALLATION_MSG016 - No latest BOM exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPE_INSTALLATION_MSG -

• Message number: 016

• Message text: No latest BOM exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPE_INSTALLATION_MSG016 - No latest BOM exists ?

  The SAP error message MPE_INSTALLATION_MSG016 ("No latest BOM exists") typically occurs in the context of Material Management (MM) or Production Planning (PP) when the system is unable to find a valid Bill of Materials (BOM) for a specific material or product. This can happen during various processes, such as production order creation, material requirement planning, or when trying to view or analyze BOM data.
  Causes:
  
  Missing BOM: The most common cause is that there is no BOM created for the material in question.
  Incorrect Material Type: The material may not be of a type that supports BOMs (e.g., non-stock materials).
  BOM Status: The BOM may exist but is not marked as active or is in a status that prevents it from being used.
  Plant-Specific BOM: The BOM may not exist for the specific plant or location where the operation is being performed.
  Versioning Issues: If versioning is used, the latest version of the BOM may not be available or may not have been released.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data that prevent the system from recognizing the BOM.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Create or Update BOM: If no BOM exists, create a new BOM for the material using transaction code CS01. If a BOM exists but is not active, you may need to activate it or create a new version.
  Check BOM Status: Use transaction code CS03 to display the BOM and check its status. Ensure that it is marked as active.
  Verify Material Type: Ensure that the material type is appropriate for having a BOM. You can check this in the material master data using transaction code MM03.
  Plant-Specific BOM: Ensure that the BOM is created for the specific plant where you are trying to use it. You can check this in the BOM details.
  Check Versioning: If you are using BOM versioning, ensure that the latest version is released and available for use.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on your master data to identify any discrepancies that may be causing the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CS01: Create BOM
  CS02: Change BOM
  CS03: Display BOM
  MM03: Display Material Master
  
  
  BOM Types: Understand the different types of BOMs (e.g., single-level, multi-level) and their applications.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on BOM management and troubleshooting.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or view BOMs.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.