How To Fix MPE_PLAN_PV074 - BOM usage should be planning only when plg and SF BOMs are different

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPE_PLAN_PV - Production Version

• Message number: 074

• Message text: BOM usage should be planning only when plg and SF BOMs are different

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPE_PLAN_PV074 - BOM usage should be planning only when plg and SF BOMs are different ?

  The SAP error message MPE_PLAN_PV074 indicates that there is an issue with the Bill of Materials (BOM) usage in the planning process. Specifically, it suggests that the BOM usage should be set to "planning only" when the planning BOM (plg) and the standard BOM (SF) are different. This error typically arises in the context of production planning and material requirements planning (MRP) when the system detects inconsistencies between the BOMs being used.
  Cause:
  
  Different BOMs: The planning BOM and the standard BOM are not aligned. This can happen if there are changes made to one BOM without corresponding updates to the other.
  Incorrect BOM Usage: The BOM usage settings may not be configured correctly in the system, leading to the error when the system tries to process planning.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the SAP system regarding how BOMs are defined and used in planning.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check BOMs: Verify that the planning BOM and the standard BOM are correctly defined and that they reflect the same components if they are intended to be the same. If they are supposed to be different, ensure that the planning BOM is set to "planning only."
  Adjust BOM Usage: If the planning BOM is indeed different from the standard BOM, ensure that the BOM usage is set correctly in the material master. You may need to adjust the settings in the BOM configuration to reflect that the planning BOM is for planning purposes only.
  Update BOMs: If there are discrepancies, update the BOMs to ensure they are consistent with the intended usage. This may involve creating or modifying BOMs in the SAP system.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions on how to manage BOMs and their usages in your version of SAP.
  Testing: After making changes, run a test to ensure that the error does not reoccur and that the planning process can proceed without issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  BOM Types: Understand the different types of BOMs in SAP (e.g., production BOM, sales BOM, engineering BOM) and their specific uses.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CS01 (Create BOM), CS02 (Change BOM), and CS03 (Display BOM) to manage BOMs effectively.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  User Roles: Ensure that users have the appropriate roles and authorizations to make changes to BOMs and related configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MPE_PLAN_PV074 error and ensure that your BOMs are set up correctly for planning purposes.