How To Fix PHIN552 - Configurable materials cannot be used as stock items in equipment BOM

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PHIN - Phase In: Messages

• Message number: 552

• Message text: Configurable materials cannot be used as stock items in equipment BOM

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PHIN552 - Configurable materials cannot be used as stock items in equipment BOM ?

  The SAP error message PHIN552 indicates that configurable materials cannot be used as stock items in an Equipment Bill of Materials (BOM). This error typically arises when you attempt to include a configurable material in a BOM where stock items are expected.
  Cause:
  
  Configurable Material: The material you are trying to use is defined as a configurable material (often referred to as a variant material) in SAP. Configurable materials are designed to allow for customization based on specific characteristics and options.
  BOM Type: The BOM you are working with is likely set up to only accept stock items (non-configurable materials). Equipment BOMs typically require standard materials that can be stocked and managed in inventory.
  Material Master Settings: The settings in the material master for the configurable material may not be compatible with the requirements of the BOM.
  
  Solution:
  
  Use Non-Configurable Materials: If the BOM requires stock items, consider using a non-configurable material instead of the configurable one. This may involve creating a standard version of the material that can be used in the BOM.
  Review BOM Type: Check the type of BOM you are using. If you need to include configurable materials, you may need to use a different BOM type that supports them.
  Change Material Type: If appropriate, you could change the material type of the configurable material to a standard material type that is compatible with the BOM.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team to understand the specific requirements for the BOM and the materials being used.
  Custom Development: If your business process requires the use of configurable materials in equipment BOMs, consider discussing with your SAP development team about potential custom solutions or enhancements.
  
  Related Information:
  
  BOM Types: Familiarize yourself with different BOM types in SAP, such as Equipment BOM, Production BOM, and Sales BOM, to understand their specific requirements.
  Material Master: Review the configuration of the material master records for both the configurable and non-configurable materials to ensure they are set up correctly.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this issue or provide additional guidance on handling configurable materials in BOMs.
  Training and Documentation: Consider training sessions or documentation on BOM management and material types in SAP to prevent similar issues in the future.
  
  By addressing the cause of the error and implementing the suggested solutions, you should be able to resolve the PHIN552 error and successfully manage your BOMs in SAP.