How To Fix /PLMI/BO_MBOM040 - BOM not valid on &1

/PLMI/BO_MBOM040 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/BO_MBOM -

• Message number: 040

• Message text: BOM not valid on &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/BO_MBOM040 - BOM not valid on &1 ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/BO_MBOM040 BOM not valid on &1 typically indicates that there is an issue with the Bill of Materials (BOM) for a specific material or product. The message suggests that the BOM is not valid on the specified date or period.
  
  Cause:
  
  BOM Validity Dates: The BOM may not be valid for the date specified in the error message. Each BOM can have validity dates, and if the current date falls outside of these dates, the BOM will not be considered valid.
  BOM Status: The BOM might be in a status that does not allow it to be used (e.g., it could be marked as inactive).
  Material Master Data: The material for which the BOM is being checked may not be correctly set up in the material master data.
  Plant-Specific BOM: If the BOM is plant-specific, ensure that the BOM exists for the specific plant being referenced.
  BOM Type: The BOM type may