How To Fix MPE_INSTALLATION_MSG025 - BOM item not in networkÆs components

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPE_INSTALLATION_MSG -

• Message number: 025

• Message text: BOM item not in networkÆs components

What causes this issue?

Component requirements are missing if there is no network activity with
a matching reference point and if the component requirement was not
manually assigned to a network activity.

System Response

BOM transfer (transaction <AB>CN33_N</>) creates a component requirement
(reservation) if it finds a network activity with the same reference
point or if the component requirement was manually assigned to a network
activity.

How to fix this error?

Create a network activity if needed (with the BOM item?s reference
point) and perform BOM transfer (transaction <AB>CN33_N)</>. If the BOM
item and/or network activity do not have reference points, assign a
component to a network activity manually.
If the BOM item does not have a reference point, create a suitable
network activity using the one-click action.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPE_INSTALLATION_MSG025 - BOM item not in networkÆs components ?

  The SAP error message MPE_INSTALLATION_MSG025 indicates that a Bill of Materials (BOM) item is not included in the components of the network you are working with. This error typically arises in the context of project systems or production planning when trying to assign or use a BOM item that is not recognized as part of the specified network.
  Cause:
  
  Missing BOM Item: The BOM item you are trying to use is not defined in the network's components.
  Incorrect Network Assignment: The BOM item may not be assigned to the correct network or project.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, such as the BOM not being properly created or activated.
  Versioning Issues: The BOM version you are trying to use may not be the active version or may not be valid for the specified period.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check BOM Assignment:
  
  Verify that the BOM item is correctly assigned to the network. You can do this by checking the network's components in the project or production order.
  Use transaction codes like CS03 (Display BOM) to check if the BOM item exists and is correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Update Network Components:
  
  If the BOM item is missing, you may need to add it to the network. This can be done using transaction CN22 (Change Network) or CN01 (Create Network).
  Ensure that the BOM item is included in the network's component list.
  
  
  
  Check BOM Validity:
  
  Ensure that the BOM is valid for the relevant plant and that it is active. You can check the validity dates and status of the BOM.
  
  
  
  Review Data Consistency:
  
  Run consistency checks on the BOM and network data to identify any discrepancies. You can use transaction CST1 (BOM Consistency Check) for this purpose.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for any specific notes related to this error message, as there may be additional context or updates provided by SAP.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CS01 (Create BOM), CS02 (Change BOM), CS03 (Display BOM), CN01 (Create Network), and CN22 (Change Network).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to BOM and network issues, as they may provide specific fixes or patches for known issues.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify BOMs and networks in your SAP system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the BOM item is correctly integrated into the network's components.