How To Fix MPE_PLAN_MEC066 - MBOM version status obsolete for matl &1, usage &2, altern. &3, versn. &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 066

• Message text: MBOM version status obsolete for matl &1, usage &2, altern. &3, versn. &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPE_PLAN_MEC066 - MBOM version status obsolete for matl &1, usage &2, altern. &3, versn. &4 ?

  The SAP error message MPE_PLAN_MEC066 indicates that the Material Bill of Materials (MBOM) version you are trying to use is marked as "obsolete." This typically occurs in the context of production planning and material management when the system cannot find a valid version of the MBOM for the specified material, usage, alternative, and version.
  Cause:
  
  Obsolete Version: The MBOM version you are trying to access has been marked as obsolete in the system. This can happen if the version was intentionally set to obsolete due to changes in the product structure or if it was replaced by a newer version.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the material or the BOM might not be set correctly, leading to the system not recognizing the active version.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing or incorrect entries in the BOM or material master records.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check BOM Status: Go to the BOM management transaction (e.g., CS03) and check the status of the BOM version for the specified material. If it is marked as obsolete, you will need to either:
  
  Use a different version that is active.
  Create a new BOM version if necessary.
  
  
  
  Activate a New Version: If a new version of the BOM exists, ensure that it is activated and set as the current version for the material.
  
  
  Review Material Master: Check the material master data to ensure that the correct BOM usage and alternative are set. You can do this in transaction MM03.
  
  
  Consult Change Logs: If the BOM was recently changed, consult the change logs to understand why the version was marked as obsolete and if any new versions were created.
  
  
  Update Planning Parameters: If you are using planning tools, ensure that the planning parameters are updated to reflect the current BOM version.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Help Portal for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  BOM Usage: Different usages of BOMs (e.g., production, engineering) can affect which version is considered active.
  Alternative BOMs: If there are alternative BOMs defined, ensure that the correct alternative is being referenced.
  Version Management: Understanding how version management works in SAP can help prevent similar issues in the future. Familiarize yourself with the BOM versioning process and how to manage it effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MPE_PLAN_MEC066 error and ensure that you are using the correct BOM version for your material.