How To Fix PHIN473 - Equipment BOM item has been changed; update required

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PHIN - Phase In: Messages

• Message number: 473

• Message text: Equipment BOM item has been changed; update required

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PHIN473 - Equipment BOM item has been changed; update required ?

  The SAP error message PHIN473 indicates that there has been a change to the Bill of Materials (BOM) for a piece of equipment, and as a result, the system requires an update to reflect these changes. This error typically occurs in the context of Plant Maintenance (PM) or Production Planning (PP) modules when the BOM associated with an equipment item has been modified.
  Cause:
  
  BOM Changes: The BOM for the equipment has been altered, which could include changes to components, quantities, or other attributes.
  Data Consistency: The system requires that all references to the BOM in the equipment master data be consistent with the latest version of the BOM.
  Versioning: If the BOM is versioned, the equipment may still be referencing an older version that has since been updated.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the PHIN473 error, you need to update the equipment master data to reflect the changes made to the BOM. Here are the steps you can take:
  
  
  Check BOM Changes:
  
  Go to the BOM transaction (CS03) and check the changes made to the BOM for the specific equipment.
  Identify what has changed and ensure you understand the implications of these changes.
  
  
  
  Update Equipment Master Data:
  
  Use transaction code IE02 (Change Equipment) to access the equipment master record.
  Navigate to the BOM tab and update the BOM reference to the latest version or make any necessary adjustments based on the changes.
  
  
  
  Recheck Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that any dependent objects or processes that rely on the BOM are also updated accordingly.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary updates, save the changes to the equipment master data.
  
  
  
  Test:
  
  After updating, perform a test to ensure that the error no longer appears and that the equipment functions as expected with the updated BOM.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CS03: Display BOM
  IE02: Change Equipment
  IE03: Display Equipment
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on BOM management and equipment master data.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to BOMs and equipment master data.
  Change Management: Consider implementing a change management process to track changes to BOMs and their impact on equipment to prevent similar issues in the future.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message.