How To Fix NJIT_O_MSG174 - Invalid BOM/control cycle exists for component &1 of order &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: NJIT_O_MSG -

• Message number: 174

• Message text: Invalid BOM/control cycle exists for component &1 of order &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message NJIT_O_MSG174 - Invalid BOM/control cycle exists for component &1 of order &2 ?

  The SAP error message NJIT_O_MSG174 indicates that there is an issue with the Bill of Materials (BOM) or control cycle for a specific component in a production order. This error typically arises when the system cannot find a valid BOM or control cycle for the specified component in the context of the production order.
  Cause:
  
  Missing BOM: The component specified in the error does not have a valid BOM defined in the system.
  Incorrect Control Cycle: The control cycle for the component may not be set up correctly or is missing.
  Component Not Assigned: The component may not be assigned to the production order or may not be valid for the specified order type.
  Plant/Storage Location Issues: The BOM may not be valid for the plant or storage location associated with the production order.
  Versioning Issues: The BOM version may not be active or may not match the requirements of the production order.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check BOM Configuration:
  
  Go to the BOM transaction (CS03) and check if the BOM for the component exists and is valid for the relevant plant and order type.
  Ensure that the BOM is active and has the correct validity dates.
  
  
  
  Verify Control Cycle:
  
  Check the control cycle settings for the component in the production order. Ensure that the control cycle is correctly defined and assigned to the component.
  You can check this in the transaction for control cycles (e.g., COR1 or COR2).
  
  
  
  Review Production Order:
  
  Open the production order in transaction CO02 and verify that the component is correctly assigned to the order.
  Ensure that the order type is compatible with the BOM and control cycle.
  
  
  
  Check Plant and Storage Location:
  
  Ensure that the BOM is valid for the specific plant and storage location associated with the production order.
  
  
  
  Consult with Master Data Team:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your master data team to ensure that all necessary master data is correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Recreate BOM/Control Cycle:
  
  If the BOM or control cycle is missing or incorrect, you may need to recreate it or make necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CS03: Display BOM
  COR1: Create Control Cycle
  COR2: Change Control Cycle
  CO02: Change Production Order
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on BOM and control cycle management.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify BOMs and control cycles.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the NJIT_O_MSG174 error in SAP.