How To Fix MPE_INSTALLATION_MSG047 - BOM is not version-controlled

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPE_INSTALLATION_MSG -

• Message number: 047

• Message text: BOM is not version-controlled

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPE_INSTALLATION_MSG047 - BOM is not version-controlled ?

  The SAP error message MPE_INSTALLATION_MSG047 indicates that the Bill of Materials (BOM) you are trying to work with is not version-controlled. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when you are attempting to create or modify a BOM in a system that requires version control for BOMs.
  Cause:
  
  BOM Configuration: The BOM is not set up to be version-controlled in the system. This can happen if the BOM type or the material master settings do not require version control.
  System Settings: The configuration settings in the SAP system may not be set to enforce version control for BOMs.
  Material Type: The material type associated with the BOM may not support version control.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check BOM Type:
  
  Ensure that the BOM type you are using is configured to support version control. You can check this in the BOM configuration settings in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Settings:
  
  Go to the material master record and check if the BOM is set to be version-controlled. You can do this by navigating to the relevant views in the material master (e.g., Basic Data, MRP, etc.).
  
  
  
  Enable Version Control:
  
  If the BOM needs to be version-controlled, you may need to change the configuration settings in the SAP system. This can typically be done by a system administrator or someone with the appropriate authorization.
  
  
  
  Create a New Version-Controlled BOM:
  
  If the existing BOM cannot be modified to be version-controlled, consider creating a new BOM that is set up for version control.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions on how to enable BOM version control in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  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: Different BOM types (e.g., production BOM, engineering BOM) may have different settings regarding version control.
  Version Management: Understanding how version management works in SAP can help in configuring BOMs correctly.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CS01 (Create BOM), CS02 (Change BOM), and CS03 (Display BOM) to manage BOMs effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message and ensure that your BOMs are properly configured for version control in SAP.