How To Fix OM497 - Production version and BOM or routing not allowed

OM497 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OM - Customizing Materialwirtschaft

• Message number: 497

• Message text: Production version and BOM or routing not allowed

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OM497 - Details

• The SAP error message OM497 indicates that there is an issue with the production version, Bill of Materials (BOM), or routing in the context of production planning and execution. This error typically arises when the system cannot find a valid production version for the material being processed, or when the production version does not match the BOM or routing defined in the system.
  Causes of OM497 Error
  
  Missing Production Version: The material does not have a production version assigned in the system.
  Incorrect BOM/Routing Assignment: The production version may not be correctly linked to the BOM or routing.
  Inactive BOM/Routing: The BOM or routing may be inactive or not valid for the specified plant or production version.
  Plant-Specific Issues: The production version may not be valid for the plant where the production order is being created.
  Version Control Issues: There may be issues with version control settings that prevent the system from recognizing the correct BOM