How To Fix MPE_VERSBOM036 - Item &1: BOM item quantity must be equal to number of instances

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 036

• Message text: Item &1: BOM item quantity must be equal to number of instances

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPE_VERSBOM036 - Item &1: BOM item quantity must be equal to number of instances ?

  The SAP error message MPE_VERSBOM036 indicates that there is a discrepancy between the quantity specified for a Bill of Materials (BOM) item and the number of instances of that item that are being used in a particular context, such as in a production order or a material requirement planning (MRP) run.
  Cause:
  This error typically arises in the following scenarios:
  
  Mismatch in Quantity: The quantity of the BOM item defined in the BOM does not match the quantity required for the production order or the assembly process.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the BOM item may not be set up correctly, leading to an inconsistency in the expected quantity.
  Multiple Instances: If the BOM item is supposed to be used multiple times (for example, in a multi-level BOM), the system expects the quantity to reflect that.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors during BOM creation or modification can lead to incorrect quantities being set.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check BOM Configuration:
  
  Go to the BOM in question and verify the quantity specified for the item. Ensure that it matches the expected quantity based on the production order or assembly process.
  Use transaction code CS03 to display the BOM and check the item details.
  
  
  
  Review Production Order:
  
  If this error occurs during a production order, check the order details to ensure that the required quantity of the BOM item aligns with what is defined in the BOM.
  Use transaction code CO03 to display the production order and verify the components.
  
  
  
  Adjust Quantities:
  
  If there is a mismatch, adjust the BOM item quantity or the production order quantity as necessary to ensure they are consistent.
  
  
  
  Check for Multiple Instances:
  
  If the BOM item is supposed to be used multiple times, ensure that the quantity reflects the total number of instances required.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or guidelines for BOM setup in your organization to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making adjustments, test the process again to ensure that the error does not recur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CS01: Create BOM
  CS02: Change BOM
  CS03: Display BOM
  CO01: Create Production Order
  CO02: Change Production Order
  CO03: Display Production Order
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to BOM processing or this error message.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view and modify BOMs and production orders.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and correct the issue causing the MPE_VERSBOM036 error message in SAP.