How To Fix PLMDISCALC019 - Header &1 uses item &2 in WBS BOM &3 (&4)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PLMDISCALC - Messages for LLC calculation

• Message number: 019

• Message text: Header &1 uses item &2 in WBS BOM &3 (&4)

What causes this issue?

&v1&: Header material
&v2&: Item material or item class
&v3&: WBS element/header material/plant/BOM usage/alternative
&v4&: BOM category and internal BOM number

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PLMDISCALC019 - Header &1 uses item &2 in WBS BOM &3 (&4) ?

  The SAP error message PLMDISCALC019 typically occurs in the context of Project System (PS) and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) when there is an issue with the configuration of a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) element and its associated Bill of Materials (BOM). This error indicates that there is a mismatch or inconsistency in the way the items are defined or used within the WBS BOM.
  Cause:
  
  Item Mismatch: The header item and the item in the BOM may not be correctly linked or may not correspond to each other as expected.
  BOM Configuration: The BOM for the WBS element may not be properly configured, or the items may not be valid for the specified WBS.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the WBS, such as missing or incorrect entries in the BOM or WBS settings.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or modify the BOM or WBS elements.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check BOM Configuration: Verify that the BOM for the specified WBS element is correctly configured. Ensure that the items in the BOM are valid and correspond to the header item.
  Validate WBS Structure: Review the WBS structure to ensure that all items are correctly defined and linked. Check for any discrepancies in the hierarchy or item definitions.
  Recreate BOM: If the BOM is corrupted or incorrectly set up, consider recreating the BOM for the WBS element.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the BOM and WBS elements.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling BOM and WBS issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like CS03 (Display BOM), CJ20N (Project Builder), or CJ03 (Display WBS) to investigate the BOM and WBS configurations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the PLMDISCALC019 error message.