How To Fix PLMDISCALC012 - Low-level code of material &1 needs to be increased

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PLMDISCALC - Messages for LLC calculation

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Low-level code of material &1 needs to be increased

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PLMDISCALC012 - Low-level code of material &1 needs to be increased ?

  The SAP error message PLMDISCALC012 indicates that the low-level code of a material needs to be increased. This error typically arises in the context of material requirements planning (MRP) and is related to the structure of the bill of materials (BOM) or the production process.
  Cause:
  The low-level code is a hierarchical indicator that defines the level of a component in a BOM. It is used by the MRP to determine the order in which materials should be planned. The error occurs when the low-level code of a material is not consistent with the BOM structure, often due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Incorrect BOM Structure: The BOM may have been modified, and the low-level codes of the components have not been updated accordingly.
  Material Master Data Issues: The material master data may not be correctly maintained, leading to inconsistencies in the low-level codes.
  Changes in Production Process: If there have been changes in the production process or the way materials are structured, the low-level codes may need to be adjusted.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the PLMDISCALC012 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check BOM Structure:
  
  Review the BOM for the affected material and ensure that the low-level codes are correctly assigned. You can do this using transaction code CS03 (Display BOM).
  If you find discrepancies, you may need to adjust the BOM structure.
  
  
  
  Update Low-Level Codes:
  
  Use transaction code CS02 (Change BOM) to update the low-level codes of the components in the BOM.
  Ensure that the low-level codes are sequential and reflect the correct hierarchy.
  
  
  
  Recalculate Low-Level Codes:
  
  You can use transaction code CS11 (Display BOM Level) to analyze the low-level codes and determine if they need recalculating.
  If necessary, you can use the program RCSBOM01 to recalculate the low-level codes for the entire BOM structure.
  
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Verify the material master data for the affected materials using transaction code MM03 (Display Material).
  Ensure that all relevant fields are correctly filled out, especially those related to BOM and MRP.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for any specific configurations or settings that may affect low-level codes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CS03: Display BOM
  CS02: Change BOM
  CS11: Display BOM Level
  MM03: Display Material
  RCSBOM01: Program to recalculate low-level codes
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users involved in BOM management and material planning are trained on the importance of maintaining accurate low-level codes and BOM structures.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PLMDISCALC012 error and ensure that your material planning processes run smoothly.