How To Fix MPE_PLAN_ENG_SNPSHT027 - Invalid BOM usage &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPE_PLAN_ENG_SNPSHT - Message class for Engineering Snapshots

• Message number: 027

• Message text: Invalid BOM usage &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPE_PLAN_ENG_SNPSHT027 - Invalid BOM usage &1 ?

  The SAP error message MPE_PLAN_ENG_SNPSHT027: Invalid BOM usage &1 typically occurs in the context of production planning and material requirements planning (MRP) when there is an issue with the Bill of Materials (BOM) usage in the system. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  
  Invalid BOM Usage: The error indicates that the BOM usage specified (denoted by &1) is not valid for the material or the context in which it is being used. This could happen if:
  
  The BOM usage type is not defined in the system.
  The BOM is not maintained for the specified usage.
  There is a mismatch between the BOM usage and the material master data.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that lead to the BOM not being recognized for the specified usage.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing or incorrect entries in the BOM or material master.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check BOM Usage:
  
  Verify the BOM usage type in the material master and ensure it matches the expected usage.
  Use transaction code CS03 to display the BOM and check if the BOM exists for the specified usage.
  
  
  
  Maintain BOM:
  
  If the BOM does not exist for the specified usage, you may need to create or modify the BOM using transaction code CS01 (Create BOM) or CS02 (Change BOM).
  
  
  
  Review Material Master:
  
  Check the material master data using transaction code MM03 to ensure that the BOM usage is correctly defined and that the material is set up to use the correct BOM.
  
  
  
  Configuration Check:
  
  If you have access to configuration settings, check the settings for BOM usage in the configuration (transaction code SPRO). Ensure that the BOM usage types are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on BOM usage and how it relates to your production planning processes.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  BOM Usage Types: Different BOM usage types can include production, engineering, sales, etc. Each usage type serves a different purpose and must be correctly configured.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CS01: Create BOM
  CS02: Change BOM
  CS03: Display BOM
  MM03: Display Material Master
  SPRO: Access to configuration settings
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message MPE_PLAN_ENG_SNPSHT027.