How To Fix MPE_PLAN_EXEC020 - No planning BOM found for phantom component &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 020

• Message text: No planning BOM found for phantom component &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPE_PLAN_EXEC020 - No planning BOM found for phantom component &1 ?

  The SAP error message MPE_PLAN_EXEC020 indicates that there is no planning Bill of Materials (BOM) found for a phantom component in the system. This typically occurs during the planning or execution of production orders when the system is unable to locate the necessary BOM for a component that is defined as a phantom item.
  Cause:
  
  Missing BOM: The most common cause is that the planning BOM for the phantom component has not been created or is not maintained in the system.
  Incorrect Material Master Data: The material master data for the phantom component may not be set up correctly, leading to the system being unable to find the associated BOM.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the planning process may not be set up to recognize phantom components properly.
  Versioning Issues: The BOM version being referenced may not be active or may not exist in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Create or Maintain the BOM:
  
  Check if the BOM for the phantom component exists. If it does not, create a new BOM using transaction code CS01 (Create BOM).
  If it exists, ensure that it is correctly maintained and that it is marked as a planning BOM.
  
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Verify the material master data for the phantom component using transaction code MM03 (Display Material). Ensure that the BOM usage and other relevant settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Check the configuration settings related to BOM and planning in the system. Ensure that the settings allow for the use of phantom components in planning.
  
  
  
  Check BOM Version:
  
  Ensure that the correct BOM version is being used. You can check this in the BOM overview using transaction code CS03 (Display BOM) and verify that the version is active.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on handling phantom components and BOMs.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the planning process to identify where the system is failing to find the BOM.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Phantom BOM: A phantom BOM is a type of BOM that is used for components that are not physically stocked but are used in the production process. They are typically used for subassemblies that are consumed immediately in the production process.
  BOM Usage: Ensure that the BOM usage is set correctly in the material master. Common usages include production, sales, and engineering.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CS01: Create BOM
  CS02: Change BOM
  CS03: Display BOM
  MM03: Display Material
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message MPE_PLAN_EXEC020 and ensure that the planning BOM for the phantom component is correctly set up in your SAP system.