How To Fix MPE_PLAN_PV044 - BOM version &1 is not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPE_PLAN_PV - Production Version

• Message number: 044

• Message text: BOM version &1 is not valid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPE_PLAN_PV044 - BOM version &1 is not valid ?

  The SAP error message MPE_PLAN_PV044 indicates that the Bill of Materials (BOM) version specified is not valid. This error typically arises in the context of production planning or material requirements planning (MRP) when the system cannot find or access the specified BOM version for the material in question.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid BOM Version: The BOM version specified does not exist in the system or is not active.
  BOM Status: The BOM may be marked as inactive or deleted.
  Plant-Specific Issues: The BOM version may not be valid for the specific plant or storage location being referenced.
  Date Validity: The BOM version may not be valid for the date range being used in the planning process.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the BOM version.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check BOM Version:
  
  Verify that the BOM version specified in the transaction is correct and exists in the system.
  Use transaction code CS03 (Display BOM) to check the details of the BOM version.
  
  
  
  Activate BOM:
  
  If the BOM version is inactive, you may need to activate it using transaction code CS02 (Change BOM).
  
  
  
  Check Plant Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the BOM version is assigned to the correct plant. You can check this in the BOM details.
  
  
  
  Review Validity Dates:
  
  Check the validity dates of the BOM version to ensure it is valid for the current date or the date being used in the planning process.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the BOM version. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for any specific configurations or settings that may affect BOM versions.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CS01: Create BOM
  CS02: Change BOM
  CS03: Display BOM
  CS11: Display BOM for a material
  CS12: Display BOM for a material in a plant
  
  
  
  BOM Types: Understand the different types of BOMs (e.g., production BOM, sales BOM) and their specific configurations.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance related to BOM management.
  
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to involve your SAP support team or consult SAP's support portal for further assistance.