How To Fix MU104 - Cannot determine the quantity of components for procurement material &1.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MU - Maintenance of structured materials

• Message number: 104

• Message text: Cannot determine the quantity of components for procurement material &1.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MU104 - Cannot determine the quantity of components for procurement material &1. ?

  The SAP error message MU104 "Cannot determine the quantity of components for procurement material &1" typically occurs in the context of material requirements planning (MRP) or when trying to create a production order or purchase requisition for a material that has components associated with it. This error indicates that the system is unable to calculate the required quantity of components for the specified procurement material.
  Causes:
  
  Missing BOM (Bill of Materials): The material may not have a BOM defined, which is necessary for the system to determine the components required for production.
  Incorrect Material Master Data: The material master data for the procurement material may be incomplete or incorrect, particularly in the MRP views.
  Invalid MRP Type: The MRP type assigned to the material may not be suitable for the type of procurement being attempted.
  Routing Issues: If the material is linked to a routing, there may be issues with the routing that prevent the system from determining the components.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the MRP settings or in the way the materials are set up in the system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check BOM: Ensure that a valid BOM exists for the material in question. You can do this by using transaction code CS03 to display the BOM.
  Review Material Master: Verify that the material master data is complete and correctly configured. Check the MRP views to ensure all necessary fields are filled out.
  Validate MRP Type: Check the MRP type assigned to the material. If it is not appropriate for the procurement process, consider changing it.
  Examine Routing: If applicable, check the routing associated with the material to ensure it is correctly defined and active.
  Configuration Review: Consult with your SAP configuration team to review the MRP settings and ensure they are set up correctly for your business processes.
  Check for Dependencies: If the material is dependent on other materials or conditions, ensure that those dependencies are met.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  CS03: Display BOM
  MM03: Display Material Master
  CO03: Display Production Order
  MD04: Stock/Requirements List
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on MRP and BOM management for further insights into how these components interact.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in MRP and production planning.