How To Fix MPE_PLAN_PV079 - BOM usage is not specified

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPE_PLAN_PV - Production Version

• Message number: 079

• Message text: BOM usage is not specified

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPE_PLAN_PV079 - BOM usage is not specified ?

  The SAP error message MPE_PLAN_PV079 indicates that the Bill of Materials (BOM) usage is not specified for a particular material or production process. This error typically arises when the system is trying to access a BOM for a material, but it cannot find the relevant BOM usage defined in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing BOM Usage: The BOM usage for the material has not been defined in the system. BOM usage specifies the context in which the BOM is used (e.g., production, engineering, etc.).
  Incorrect Material Master Data: The material master data may not be correctly set up, leading to the system not being able to find the appropriate BOM.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the SAP system that prevent the BOM from being recognized or accessed correctly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define BOM Usage:
  
  Go to the BOM maintenance transaction (e.g., CS01 or CS02).
  Check if the BOM for the material exists and ensure that the BOM usage