How To Fix MPE_PLAN_MEC003 - BOM not assigned to any CR

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPE_PLAN_MEC - Message Class for Manufacturing Engineering Cockpit

• Message number: 003

• Message text: BOM not assigned to any CR

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPE_PLAN_MEC003 - BOM not assigned to any CR ?

  The SAP error message MPE_PLAN_MEC003 indicates that a Bill of Materials (BOM) is not assigned to any Change Request (CR). This error typically arises in the context of production planning or material management when trying to perform operations that require a BOM to be linked to a specific change request.
  Cause:
  
  Missing BOM Assignment: The BOM you are trying to use is not linked to any change request in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the BOM or the change request might not be set up correctly.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as the BOM being created but not properly assigned to a change request.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or assign BOMs to change requests.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check BOM Assignment:
  
  Go to the BOM management transaction (e.g., CS02 or CS03) and check if the BOM is assigned to the correct change request.
  If it is not assigned, you can assign it to the appropriate change request.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Change Request:
  
  If the BOM needs to be linked to a new change request, create a new change request and assign the BOM to it.
  Ensure that the change request is in the correct status (e.g., "In Process" or "Released") to allow for BOM assignments.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings related to BOMs and change requests in the system. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks in the system to identify any discrepancies in BOMs and change requests.
  Use transaction codes like C223 or C223 to check for inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and modify BOMs and change requests. If not, contact your SAP security administrator.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on BOMs and change requests.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CS01 (Create BOM), CS02 (Change BOM), CS03 (Display BOM), and CR01 (Create Change Request).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Training and Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MPE_PLAN_MEC003 error and ensure that your BOMs are correctly assigned to change requests in SAP.