How To Fix PIC01012 - Error occured during low-level code assignment

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PIC01 - Parts Interchangeability Message Class

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Error occured during low-level code assignment

What causes this issue?

An error has occred when setting and checking the low-level code.

System Response

This same low-level code is used in the master data for all materials
of a supersession chain or an FFF-class, so that the materials in the
MRP run can be planned together. The system then checks the low-level
codes of all interchangeable materials. This is where an error
occurred.

How to fix this error?

Check the BOM usage for all materials of the chain or the class.
Maintain the material interchangeability (the supersession chain or the
FFF-class) again.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PIC01012 - Error occured during low-level code assignment ?

  The SAP error message PIC01012 ("Error occurred during low-level code assignment") typically occurs in the context of the SAP Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) modules. This error is related to issues with the assignment of low-level codes to materials or product structures in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, such as missing or incorrect material master records, bill of materials (BOM), or routing information.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the system related to low-level code assignment can lead to this error.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the low-level code assignment.
  System Bugs: There may be bugs or issues in the specific version of SAP you are using that could lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Master Data: Verify that all relevant master data (material master, BOM, routing) is correctly maintained and does not have any inconsistencies.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the configuration settings for low-level code assignment are correctly set up in the system.
  User Authorizations: Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the low-level code assignment. If not, work with your SAP security team to grant the required permissions.
  Transaction Logs: Review transaction logs or system logs for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context on the issue.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes or patches that address this specific error. Sometimes, applying a patch can resolve underlying issues.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for guidance on low-level code assignment and any prerequisites that need to be met.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Low-Level Code: This is a hierarchical code that indicates the level of a component in a BOM. It is used for planning and production purposes.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CS01, CS02, and CS03 for creating, changing, and displaying BOMs, as these may be related to the error.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums where other users may have encountered similar issues and can provide insights or solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the PIC01012 error in your SAP system.