How To Fix OQ_C617 - BOM indicator &1 not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OQ_C - IS-Oil SSR : Message pool Fuels

• Message number: 617

• Message text: BOM indicator &1 not valid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OQ_C617 - BOM indicator &1 not valid ?

  The SAP error message OQ_C617 indicates that there is an issue with the Bill of Materials (BOM) indicator in the system. Specifically, it means that the BOM indicator you are trying to use is not valid for the operation you are attempting to perform.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid BOM Indicator: The BOM indicator specified does not exist or is not defined correctly in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The BOM indicator may not be configured properly in the system settings.
  Master Data Issues: The material master data or BOM data may be incomplete or incorrect.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the BOM indicator.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check BOM Indicator: Verify that the BOM indicator you are using is valid. You can do this by checking the configuration in the BOM settings.
  
  Go to the transaction code CS01 (Create BOM) or CS02 (Change BOM) and check the BOM indicator.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the BOM indicator is correctly configured in the system. You may need to consult with your SAP configuration team to verify the settings.
  
  Check the configuration in the following path: SPRO -> Production -> Basic Data -> Bill of Materials -> Define BOM Usage.
  
  
  
  Validate Master Data: Ensure that the material master and BOM data are complete and correctly maintained. Check for any missing or incorrect entries.
  
  Use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material) to review the material master data.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify BOMs. You may need to consult with your security team to verify user roles and permissions.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to BOM indicators for further troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CS01, CS02, CS03 (for BOM management), and MM03 (for material master).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to BOM indicators and error OQ_C617 in the SAP Support Portal for any known issues or patches.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.