How To Fix /PLMI/BO_MBOM029 - BOM &1 does not exist on &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/BO_MBOM -

• Message number: 029

• Message text: BOM &1 does not exist on &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/BO_MBOM029 - BOM &1 does not exist on &2 ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/BO_MBOM029 BOM &1 does not exist on &2 typically indicates that the system is unable to find a Bill of Materials (BOM) for a specified material (represented by &1) in a specific plant (represented by &2). This error can occur in various scenarios, such as during production planning, material requirements planning, or when trying to create or modify a BOM.
  Causes:
  
  BOM Not Created: The BOM for the specified material and plant has not been created yet.
  Incorrect Material or Plant: The material number or plant code provided may be incorrect or misspelled.
  BOM Status: The BOM may exist but is not active or is in a status that prevents it from being used.
  Data Synchronization Issues: There may be issues with data synchronization if the system is integrated with other systems or if recent changes have not been updated properly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the BOM for the specified material and plant.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check BOM Existence:
  
  Use transaction code CS03 (Display BOM) to check if the BOM exists for the specified material and plant.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it using transaction code CS01 (Create BOM).
  
  
  
  Verify Material and Plant:
  
  Double-check the material number and plant code for any typos or errors.
  Ensure that the material is correctly defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Check BOM Status:
  
  If the BOM exists, verify its status to ensure it is active and can be used for production.
  You can check the status in the BOM details.
  
  
  
  Data Synchronization:
  
  If there are integration points with other systems, ensure that data has been synchronized properly.
  Check for any recent changes that may not have been reflected in the system.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the BOM.
  Consult with your SAP security team if you suspect authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional context on BOM management and troubleshooting.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CS01: Create BOM
  CS02: Change BOM
  CS03: Display BOM
  CS11: Create BOM for a reference material
  CS12: Display BOM for a material
  
  
  BOM Types: Understand the different types of BOMs (e.g., production BOM, sales BOM) and their specific requirements.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to BOM management.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP's support portal for further assistance.