How To Fix PHIN451 - Ref. equipment BOM item for material &1 and FID &2 has not been found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PHIN - Phase In: Messages

• Message number: 451

• Message text: Ref. equipment BOM item for material &1 and FID &2 has not been found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PHIN451 - Ref. equipment BOM item for material &1 and FID &2 has not been found ?

  The SAP error message PHIN451 indicates that a reference equipment Bill of Materials (BOM) item for a specific material and Functional Location ID (FID) could not be found. This error typically arises in the context of maintenance and plant management processes, particularly when working with equipment and their associated BOMs.
  Cause:
  
  Missing BOM: The most common cause is that the BOM for the specified material does not exist in the system for the given reference equipment.
  Incorrect Material or FID: The material number or Functional Location ID provided in the transaction may be incorrect or not properly linked to the BOM.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, such as the BOM not being properly assigned to the equipment or the material.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the BOM data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check BOM Existence: Verify if the BOM for the specified material exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction code CS03 (Display BOM) and entering the material number and plant.
  Validate Material and FID: Ensure that the material number and Functional Location ID are correct. Check for typos or incorrect entries.
  Create or Update BOM: If the BOM does not exist, you may need to create it using transaction code CS01 (Create BOM) or update it using CS02 (Change BOM).
  Check Equipment Assignment: Ensure that the BOM is correctly assigned to the reference equipment. You can check this in the equipment master data.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the BOM data. If not, contact your SAP security administrator.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or guidelines for your organization regarding BOM management and equipment maintenance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CS01: Create BOM
  CS02: Change BOM
  CS03: Display BOM
  IE01: Create Equipment
  IE02: Change Equipment
  IE03: Display Equipment
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Master Data Management: Ensure that your master data management practices are robust to prevent such issues in the future.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the relevant module (e.g., PM - Plant Maintenance).