How To Fix MPE_INSTALLATION_MSG085 - Major assembly &1 for network does not exist in BOM.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPE_INSTALLATION_MSG -

• Message number: 085

• Message text: Major assembly &1 for network does not exist in BOM.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPE_INSTALLATION_MSG085 - Major assembly &1 for network does not exist in BOM. ?

  The SAP error message MPE_INSTALLATION_MSG085 indicates that a major assembly specified for a network does not exist in the Bill of Materials (BOM). This error typically arises in the context of project systems or production planning when trying to create or process a network that references a major assembly that is not defined in the BOM.
  Cause:
  
  Missing BOM Entry: The major assembly referenced in the network does not have a corresponding entry in the BOM.
  Incorrect Configuration: The network might be incorrectly configured, pointing to an assembly that is not valid or does not exist.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as changes made to the BOM or the major assembly that have not been updated in the network.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the BOM for the specified major assembly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check BOM: Verify that the major assembly exists in the BOM. You can do this by navigating to the BOM transaction (CS03) and checking if the assembly is listed.
  Create/Update BOM: If the major assembly does not exist, you may need to create a new BOM entry for it. If it exists but is not correctly configured, update the BOM as necessary.
  Review Network Configuration: Check the network configuration to ensure that it correctly references the major assembly. You can do this in the network transaction (CN21 or CN22).
  Check for Changes: If there have been recent changes to the BOM or the major assembly, ensure that these changes are reflected in the network.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the BOM and the major assembly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  CS03: Display BOM
  CN21: Create Network
  CN22: Change Network
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for BOM and network management for detailed steps on how to create and manage BOMs and networks.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the major assembly is correctly referenced in the BOM for the network.