How To Fix PLMDISCALC028 - Header &1 uses item &2 in BOM &3 (&4)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PLMDISCALC - Messages for LLC calculation

• Message number: 028

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

What causes this issue?

&v1&: Header material
&v2&: Item material or item class
&v3&: 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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PLMDISCALC028 - Header &1 uses item &2 in BOM &3 (&4) ?

  The SAP error message PLMDISCALC028 typically indicates an issue related to the Bill of Materials (BOM) in the context of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or Production Planning. This error message suggests that there is a discrepancy or inconsistency in the BOM structure, specifically that the header material is using an item that is not properly defined or is causing issues in the BOM.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect BOM Structure: The header material may be referencing an item that is not correctly defined in the BOM.
  Missing or Inactive Components: The item referenced may be inactive or missing from the system.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the BOM, such as incorrect item numbers or missing master data.
  Versioning Issues: The BOM version being used may not be the correct one, or there may be issues with the versioning of the components.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check BOM Configuration: Review the BOM for the header material and ensure that all items are correctly defined and active.
  Validate Item Master Data: Ensure that the item referenced in the error message is correctly set up in the system and is active.
  Review BOM Versions: Check if the correct version of the BOM is being used and if there are any discrepancies in the versioning.
  Recreate BOM: If the BOM is corrupted or has inconsistencies, consider recreating the BOM from scratch.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on BOM management and troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like CS03 (Display BOM), CS02 (Change BOM), or CS01 (Create BOM) to manage BOMs.
  BOM Types: Understand the different types of BOMs (e.g., single-level, multi-level) and how they are structured in your SAP system.
  Master Data Management: Ensure that all relevant master data (materials, components, etc.) is properly maintained in the system.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if it involves complex configurations or customizations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the PLMDISCALC028 error message in SAP.