How To Fix MSR_SD023 - BOM for material &1 could not be determined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MSR_SD - Multistep returns

• Message number: 023

• Message text: BOM for material &1 could not be determined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MSR_SD023 - BOM for material &1 could not be determined ?

  The SAP error message MSR_SD023 indicates that the Bill of Materials (BOM) for a specific material could not be determined. This error typically occurs in the context of sales and distribution (SD) processes when the system is unable to find a valid BOM for the material specified.
  Causes:
  
  Missing BOM: The most common cause is that there is no BOM created for the material in question.
  Incorrect Material Type: The material may not be of a type that supports BOMs (e.g., non-stock materials).
  Plant/Storage Location Issues: The BOM may not be defined for the specific plant or storage location where the material is being processed.
  BOM Status: The BOM might be inactive or not valid for the current date.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the BOM from being accessed.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the BOM.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check BOM Existence: Verify if a BOM exists for the material in the relevant plant. You can do this using transaction code CS03 (Display BOM).
  Create BOM: If no BOM exists, you may need to create one using transaction code CS01 (Create BOM).
  Check Material Type: Ensure that the material type is appropriate for BOM usage. If not, consider changing the material type or creating a new material that supports BOMs.
  Validate Plant/Storage Location: Ensure that the BOM is valid for the specific plant and storage location. You can check this in the BOM details.
  Check BOM Status: Ensure that the BOM is active and valid for the current date. You can check the validity dates in the BOM details.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access BOMs. This may require coordination with your SAP security team.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for any specific configurations that may be affecting BOM determination.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CS01: Create BOM
  CS02: Change BOM
  CS03: Display BOM
  CS11: Display BOM for a material
  
  
  BOM Types: Understand the different types of BOMs (e.g., single-level, multi-level) and their applications.
  Material Master: Ensure that the material master data is correctly maintained, as it can affect BOM determination.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to BOM determination.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to involve your SAP support team for further investigation.