How To Fix MPE_PLAN_EXEC011 - Error while determining BOM alternative for shop floor BOM

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPE_PLAN_EXEC - Message Class for Planning to Execution

• Message number: 011

• Message text: Error while determining BOM alternative for shop floor BOM

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPE_PLAN_EXEC011 - Error while determining BOM alternative for shop floor BOM ?

  The SAP error message MPE_PLAN_EXEC011 indicates that there is an issue with determining the Bill of Materials (BOM) alternative for a shop floor BOM during the planning or execution process. This error typically arises in the context of production planning and execution in SAP, particularly when the system is unable to find a suitable BOM alternative for the material being processed.
  Causes:
  
  Missing BOM Alternative: The specified material does not have a BOM alternative defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for BOM determination may not be set up correctly.
  Material Master Issues: The material master data may be incomplete or incorrect, leading to issues in BOM determination.
  Plant-Specific Settings: The BOM may not be available for the specific plant or storage location being used.
  Versioning Issues: The BOM version may not be active or may not match the requirements of the production order.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check BOM Alternatives:
  
  Go to the BOM transaction (CS01, CS02, or CS03) and verify that the BOM alternative exists for the material in question.
  Ensure that the BOM alternative is marked as active.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Check the material master data (MM03) to ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly, especially in the MRP and BOM views.
  
  
  
  Verify Configuration Settings:
  
  Review the configuration settings for BOM determination in the customizing settings (SPRO). Ensure that the settings for BOM usage and alternative determination are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Check Plant and Storage Location:
  
  Ensure that the BOM is valid for the specific plant and storage location where the production order is being processed.
  
  
  
  BOM Versioning:
  
  If versioning is used, check that the correct version of the BOM is being referenced in the production order.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  CS01: Create BOM
  CS02: Change BOM
  CS03: Display BOM
  MM03: Display Material Master
  
  
  BOM Usage: Understand the different usages of BOMs (e.g., production, engineering, etc.) and ensure that the correct usage is being applied.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on BOM management and troubleshooting.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further analysis and resolution.