How To Fix MPE_VERSBOM001 - BOM usage is mandatory

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPE_VERSBOM - Messages for Consumer Grade APIs to Manage Version BOM

• Message number: 001

• Message text: BOM usage is mandatory

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPE_VERSBOM001 - BOM usage is mandatory ?

  The SAP error message MPE_VERSBOM001 indicates that a Bill of Materials (BOM) usage is mandatory for the operation you are trying to perform. This error typically occurs when you are attempting to create or modify a BOM without specifying a valid BOM usage, which is necessary for the system to understand the context in which the BOM is being used.
  Cause:
  
  Missing BOM Usage: The most common cause of this error is that the BOM usage field is not filled in when creating or modifying a BOM.
  Incorrect Configuration: The system may be configured in such a way that it requires a BOM usage for certain operations, and this requirement is not being met.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a data entry error where the BOM usage is not correctly specified or is left blank.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Specify BOM Usage:
  
  When creating or modifying a BOM, ensure that you fill in the BOM usage field. This field typically indicates the purpose of the BOM (e.g., production, engineering, etc.).
  Common BOM usages include:
  
  1: Production
  2: Engineering
  3: Sales
  4: Costing
  
  
  Choose the appropriate BOM usage based on your requirements.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If you are consistently encountering this error, check the configuration settings in your SAP system to ensure that the BOM usage is set up correctly.
  You may need to consult with your SAP administrator or a functional consultant to review the settings.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more information on BOM usage and its implications in your specific SAP module (e.g., SAP MM, SAP PP).
  
  
  
  Test with Different Usages:
  
  If you are unsure which BOM usage to use, try creating a BOM with different usages to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  BOM (Bill of Materials): A BOM is a comprehensive list of raw materials, components, and assemblies required to manufacture a product.
  BOM Usage: This defines the context in which the BOM is used, which can affect how the BOM is processed in various transactions.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CS01 (Create BOM), CS02 (Change BOM), and CS03 (Display BOM) to manage BOMs effectively.
  
  By ensuring that the BOM usage is correctly specified and configured, you should be able to resolve the MPE_VERSBOM001 error and proceed with your operations in SAP.