How To Fix MPE_PLAN_ENG_SNPSHT003 - Snapshot update failed for matl &1, plant &2, BOM usage &3, alt. BOM &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPE_PLAN_ENG_SNPSHT - Message class for Engineering Snapshots

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Snapshot update failed for matl &1, plant &2, BOM usage &3, alt. BOM &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPE_PLAN_ENG_SNPSHT003 - Snapshot update failed for matl &1, plant &2, BOM usage &3, alt. BOM &4 ?

  The SAP error message MPE_PLAN_ENG_SNPSHT003 indicates that a snapshot update for a Bill of Materials (BOM) has failed for a specific material, plant, BOM usage, and alternative BOM. This error typically occurs in the context of Material Requirements Planning (MRP) or when working with engineering change management in SAP.
  Causes:
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the BOM data, such as missing components or incorrect configurations.
  Locking Issues: The material or BOM might be locked by another process or user, preventing the snapshot update from completing.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the transaction may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the update.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database problems or system performance issues.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration settings in the BOM or MRP settings can lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check BOM Data: Verify the BOM data for the specified material, plant, and alternative BOM. Ensure that all components are correctly defined and that there are no missing entries.
  Release Locks: If the material or BOM is locked, identify the user or process holding the lock and release it if appropriate. You can use transaction codes like SM12 to check for locks.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the snapshot update. Check the user roles and permissions in transaction PFCG.
  Check System Logs: Review the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the failure.
  Technical Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or technical support team to investigate any underlying technical issues.
  Re-run the Process: After addressing any identified issues, try to re-run the snapshot update process to see if the error is resolved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CS03 (Display BOM), CS02 (Change BOM), and MD04 (Stock/Requirements List) to analyze BOM and material data.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to BOM management and MRP processes for best practices and configuration guidelines.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.