How To Fix /PLMI/ECN_SP003 - Cannot expand object type BOM for change number &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/ECN_SP -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Cannot expand object type BOM for change number &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/ECN_SP003 - Cannot expand object type BOM for change number &1 ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/ECN_SP003 Cannot expand object type BOM for change number &1 typically occurs in the context of Engineering Change Management (ECM) when there is an issue with expanding a Bill of Materials (BOM) associated with a specific change number. Here’s a breakdown of the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Change Number: The change number specified may not be valid or may not exist in the system.
  BOM Not Assigned: The BOM may not be assigned to the specified change number, or the BOM may not be in the correct status for expansion.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the BOM associated with the change number.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or errors in the BOM data or the change management data.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the ECM settings or BOM management settings.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Change Number: Check if the change number you are using is valid and exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., CC01 for creating change numbers) and confirming its status.
  Check BOM Assignment: Ensure that the BOM is correctly assigned to the change number. You can check this in the BOM management transactions (e.g., CS02 for changing BOM).
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the BOM. This may involve checking user roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a consistency check on the BOM and change management data. You may need to use transaction codes like CS15 to analyze BOMs or CC03 to display change numbers.
  Consult Configuration: Review the configuration settings for Engineering Change Management and BOM management to ensure they are set up correctly. This may involve consulting with your SAP Basis or configuration team.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. Sometimes, SAP releases notes that provide fixes or workarounds for known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  CC01 - Create Change Number
  CC02 - Change Change Number
  CC03 - Display Change Number
  CS01 - Create BOM
  CS02 - Change BOM
  CS03 - Display BOM
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation on Engineering Change Management and BOM management for detailed processes and guidelines.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the error message related to expanding the BOM for the specified change number.