How To Fix MPE_VERSBOM035 - Metadata VE_INSTANCE is absent for record &1/&2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 035

• Message text: Metadata VE_INSTANCE is absent for record &1/&2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPE_VERSBOM035 - Metadata VE_INSTANCE is absent for record &1/&2 ?

  The SAP error message MPE_VERSBOM035 indicates that there is a missing metadata instance for a specific record in the context of version management for Bill of Materials (BOM) in SAP. This error typically arises when the system is trying to access or manipulate a BOM version, but the necessary metadata for that version is not available.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Metadata: The primary cause of this error is that the metadata for the specified BOM version (record &1/&2) is not present in the database. This could happen due to:
  
  Incomplete data migration or data import processes.
  Deletion of metadata records that are still being referenced.
  Corruption of data in the database.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the proper retrieval of metadata.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the metadata, leading to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Metadata Records: Verify if the metadata for the specified BOM version exists in the database. You can do this by:
  
  Using transaction codes like CS03 (Display BOM) to check if the BOM version is correctly set up.
  Checking the relevant tables (e.g., MARA, MAST, STPO) to see if the records are present.
  
  
  
  Recreate Metadata: If the metadata is missing, you may need to recreate it. This can involve:
  
  Recreating the BOM version if it was deleted.
  Running any necessary data migration or import processes again to ensure all required metadata is present.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings related to BOM version management to ensure everything is set up correctly.
  
  
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the BOM and its metadata.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CS01 (Create BOM), CS02 (Change BOM), and CS03 (Display BOM) for managing BOMs.
  Tables: Understand the structure of tables related to BOMs, such as STPO (BOM item), MAST (BOM header), and MARA (General Material Data).
  Version Management: Review how version management works in SAP and ensure that your processes align with best practices.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the MPE_VERSBOM035 error effectively.