How To Fix MU036 - No empties BOM could be created for material &1 and unit of measure &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MU - Maintenance of structured materials

• Message number: 036

• Message text: No empties BOM could be created for material &1 and unit of measure &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MU036 - No empties BOM could be created for material &1 and unit of measure &2 ?

  The SAP error message MU036 "No empties BOM could be created for material &1 and unit of measure &2" typically occurs in the context of handling empty containers or packaging materials in the SAP system, particularly when dealing with the management of returnable packaging or empties.
  Cause:
  This error can arise due to several reasons:
  
  
  Missing BOM (Bill of Materials): The system is unable to find a Bill of Materials (BOM) for the specified material and unit of measure. This could be because the BOM has not been created or is not properly configured.
  
  
  Incorrect Material Master Data: The material master data for the specified material may not be set up correctly, particularly in relation to the handling of empties.
  
  
  Unit of Measure Issues: The unit of measure specified may not be valid for the material in question, or it may not be defined in the context of the empties management.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the SAP system related to the handling of empties or returnable packaging.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MU036 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check BOM Configuration:
  
  Verify if a BOM exists for the specified material and unit of measure. If it does not exist, you will need to create one.
  Use transaction code CS01 to create a new BOM if necessary.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Check the material master data for the material in question using transaction code MM03. Ensure that the settings related to packaging and empties are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Validate Unit of Measure:
  
  Ensure that the unit of measure specified is valid for the material. You can check this in the material master data or by using transaction code CUNI to manage units of measure.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  Review the configuration settings for handling empties in the SAP system. This may involve checking the settings in the Logistics Execution (LE) module or the Materials Management (MM) module.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on managing empties and BOMs.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, 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), MM03 (Display Material), and CUNI (Manage Units of Measure).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error.
  Training and Documentation: Consider training resources or documentation on SAP's handling of returnable packaging and empties management for a deeper understanding.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the MU036 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.