How To Fix MPE_PLAN_MEC004 - BOM not assigned to any open CR

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 004

• Message text: BOM not assigned to any open CR

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPE_PLAN_MEC004 - BOM not assigned to any open CR ?

  The SAP error message MPE_PLAN_MEC004 indicates that a Bill of Materials (BOM) is not assigned to any open Change Request (CR). This typically occurs in the context of Material Requirements Planning (MRP) or when trying to perform operations that require a valid BOM.
  Cause:
  
  No Active Change Request: The BOM you are trying to use is not linked to any active or open Change Request. This can happen if the BOM is newly created or modified but not yet released or assigned to a CR.
  BOM Status: The BOM might be in a status that does not allow it to be used for planning or production.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the BOM from being recognized as valid for the current operation.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check BOM Assignment:
  
  Go to the BOM management transaction (e.g., CS02 or CS03) and check if the BOM is assigned to an open Change Request.
  If it is not assigned, you may need to create a new Change Request and assign the BOM to it.
  
  
  
  Release the Change Request:
  
  If the BOM is part of a Change Request that is not yet released, you will need to release it. This can typically be done in the Change Request management transaction (e.g., CSM1 or CSM2).
  
  
  
  Review BOM Status:
  
  Ensure that the BOM is in a status that allows it to be used. If it is in a "not released" status, you will need to release it.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify that the configuration settings in your SAP system are correct and that there are no issues preventing the BOM from being recognized.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions related to your version of SAP and the context in which you are encountering this error.
  
  
  
  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 Management: Understanding how BOMs are created, modified, and managed in SAP is crucial. Familiarize yourself with transactions like CS01 (Create BOM), CS02 (Change BOM), and CS03 (Display BOM).
  Change Management: Learn about the Change Request process in SAP, including how to create, modify, and release Change Requests.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MPE_PLAN_MEC004 error and ensure that your BOM is properly assigned to an open Change Request.