How To Fix /PLMI/DIR_BRW_BO000 - BOM creation unsuccessful

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/DIR_BRW_BO -

• Message number: 000

• Message text: BOM creation unsuccessful

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/DIR_BRW_BO000 - BOM creation unsuccessful ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/DIR_BRW_BO000 BOM creation unsuccessful typically indicates that there was an issue during the creation of a Bill of Materials (BOM) in the SAP system. This error can arise from various causes, and understanding these can help in troubleshooting and resolving the issue.
  Possible Causes:
  
  
  Missing Master Data: The materials or components required for the BOM may not be defined in the system. This includes missing material master records or missing data in the BOM header.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to create the BOM may not have the necessary authorizations to perform this action.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that are not set up correctly, affecting BOM creation.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data being used to create the BOM, such as incorrect unit of measure or invalid component data.
  
  
  System Errors: There may be temporary system issues or bugs that are causing the BOM creation process to fail.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Master Data: Ensure that all required materials and components are correctly defined in the system. Verify that the material master records exist and are active.
  
  
  Review Authorizations: Check the user’s authorization profile to ensure they have the necessary permissions to create BOMs. This can be done by an SAP security administrator.
  
  
  Configuration Review: Consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the settings related to BOM creation are correctly configured. This may involve checking the relevant customizing settings in the SAP IMG.
  
  
  Data Validation: Validate the data being used for BOM creation. Ensure that all components have valid data, including correct units of measure and valid material types.
  
  
  Check Logs and Messages: Review the system logs and any additional error messages that may provide more context about the failure. Use transaction codes like SLG1 (Application Log) to find detailed logs.
  
  
  System Restart: If the issue seems to be a temporary system error, consider restarting the relevant SAP services or checking for any ongoing system maintenance.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to BOM creation.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CS01 (Create BOM), CS02 (Change BOM), and CS03 (Display BOM) for managing BOMs.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation and user guides related to BOM management for best practices and troubleshooting tips.
  Training: Consider training sessions for users involved in BOM creation to ensure they understand the process and requirements.
  
  By systematically addressing these areas, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the BOM creation to be unsuccessful.