How To Fix PHIN452 - Ref. equi BOM item (&1/&2) has been found and will be used for creation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PHIN - Phase In: Messages

• Message number: 452

• Message text: Ref. equi BOM item (&1/&2) has been found and will be used for creation

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PHIN452 - Ref. equi BOM item (&1/&2) has been found and will be used for creation ?

  The SAP error message PHIN452 indicates that a reference equipment Bill of Materials (BOM) item has been found and will be used for the creation of a new object, such as a maintenance order or a piece of equipment. This message is typically informational rather than an error, meaning that it is alerting the user that the system has identified a BOM item associated with the reference equipment.
  Cause:
  
  Reference Equipment: The system has identified that the equipment you are trying to create or modify is linked to a reference equipment BOM item.
  BOM Configuration: The BOM for the reference equipment is set up correctly, and the system is using this information to assist in the creation of the new object.
  Standard Behavior: This message is part of the standard behavior in SAP when dealing with equipment and BOMs.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review the BOM: Check the BOM associated with the reference equipment to ensure that it is correctly configured and contains the necessary components.
  Proceed with Creation: If the message is informational and you are aware of the BOM being used, you can proceed with the creation of the new object.
  Documentation: If you need to document this behavior for future reference or for other users, you can note that this message indicates the system is functioning as expected.
  
  Related Information:
  
  BOM in SAP: A Bill of Materials (BOM) is a comprehensive list of materials, components, and assemblies required to manufacture a product or complete a project.
  Reference Equipment: In SAP, reference equipment is often used to standardize the creation of similar equipment or maintenance orders, allowing for efficient management of assets.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as IE01 (Create Equipment), IE02 (Change Equipment), and CS01 (Create BOM) to manage equipment and BOMs effectively.
  SAP Documentation: For more detailed information, refer to SAP Help documentation or the SAP Community for discussions related to BOMs and equipment management.
  
  If you encounter any issues beyond this message or if the behavior is not as expected, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.