How To Fix MW150 - Error determining components in structured mat. &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MW - Messages IS-R / Allocation Tables

• Message number: 150

• Message text: Error determining components in structured mat. &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MW150 - Error determining components in structured mat. & ?

  The SAP error message MW150, which states "Error determining components in structured material," typically occurs when there is an issue with the configuration or data related to a structured material (also known as a BOM - Bill of Materials) in the SAP system. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as during the creation of a production order, when trying to perform a goods movement, or when attempting to display or process a structured material.
  Causes of MW150 Error
  
  
  Missing or Incorrect BOM: The structured material may not have a valid BOM defined, or the BOM may be incomplete or incorrectly configured.
  
  
  Material Master Issues: The material master data for the structured material or its components may be incomplete or incorrect.
  
  
  Invalid Component Assignment: Components assigned to the structured material may not be valid or may not exist in the system.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the BOM or the components.
  
  
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the structured material or its components.
  
  
  Solutions to MW150 Error
  
  
  Check BOM Configuration:
  
  Go to the BOM transaction (CS01, CS02, or CS03) and verify that the BOM for the structured material is correctly defined and active.
  Ensure that all components are correctly assigned and that there are no missing components.
  
  
  
  Verify Material Master Data:
  
  Check the material master data for both the structured material and its components using transaction MM03.
  Ensure that all necessary views (e.g., Basic Data, Purchasing, MRP) are correctly maintained.
  
  
  
  Check Component Validity:
  
  Ensure that all components listed in the BOM are valid materials in the system and that they are not marked for deletion.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the BOM and the materials involved. This may require checking with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks for the BOM and material master data to identify any inconsistencies. This can often be done using transaction CSBI or similar tools.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the process to identify the exact point of failure. This may require assistance from an SAP ABAP developer.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CS01: Create BOM
  CS02: Change BOM
  CS03: Display BOM
  MM03: Display Material Master
  CSBI: BOM Information System
  
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on BOMs and structured materials.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the MW150 error in your SAP system. If the problem persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.