How To Fix MPE_VERSBOM031 - Only released version can be made obsolete

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Only released version can be made obsolete

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPE_VERSBOM031 - Only released version can be made obsolete ?

  The SAP error message MPE_VERSBOM031 indicates that you are trying to make a Bill of Material (BOM) version obsolete, but the version you are attempting to obsolete has not been released. In SAP, only released versions of BOMs can be marked as obsolete. 
  Cause:
  
  Unreleased BOM Version: The BOM version you are trying to obsolete is still in a draft or unreleased state.
  Incorrect Status: The BOM version may not have the correct status that allows it to be made obsolete.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the BOM version you are trying to obsolete is released. Here are the steps you can follow:
  
  
  Check BOM Status:
  
  Go to the BOM transaction (e.g., CS02 or CS03) and check the status of the BOM version you are trying to obsolete.
  Ensure that the BOM version is released.
  
  
  
  Release the BOM Version:
  
  If the BOM version is not released, you can release it by using the transaction code CS02 (Change BOM) or CS01 (Create BOM).
  In the BOM change screen, you can release the BOM by selecting the appropriate option (usually found in the menu under "BOM" -> "Release").
  
  
  
  Make the BOM Version Obsolete:
  
  Once the BOM version is released, you can proceed to make it obsolete using the appropriate transaction (e.g., CS02 or CS03).
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  BOM (Bill of Material): A BOM is a comprehensive list of raw materials, components, and assemblies needed to manufacture a product.
  Release Process: In SAP, the release process is crucial for controlling changes to BOMs and ensuring that only approved versions are used in production.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CS01: Create BOM
  CS02: Change BOM
  CS03: Display BOM
  CS05: Mark BOM as obsolete
  
  
  
  Additional Tips:
  
  Always ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to release or make changes to BOMs.
  If you are unsure about the implications of making a BOM obsolete, consult with your production or engineering team to avoid disrupting manufacturing processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully make the BOM version obsolete.