How To Fix /PLMI/GSS_SI2B005 - MatBOM key incomplete for routing-MatBOM assignment &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/GSS_SI2B -

• Message number: 005

• Message text: MatBOM key incomplete for routing-MatBOM assignment &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/GSS_SI2B005 - MatBOM key incomplete for routing-MatBOM assignment &1 ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/GSS_SI2B005 MatBOM key incomplete for routing-MatBOM assignment &1 typically indicates that there is an issue with the assignment of a Material Bill of Materials (BOM) to a routing in the SAP system. This error arises when the system cannot find a complete key for the Material BOM that is required for the routing assignment.
  Cause:
  
  Incomplete BOM Data: The BOM may not be fully defined or may be missing key components, such as the material number, plant, or usage.
  Routing Issues: The routing may not be correctly linked to the BOM, or the routing may not exist for the specified material.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the proper assignment of the BOM to the routing.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the master data, such as missing or incorrect entries in the material master or BOM master.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check BOM Configuration:
  
  Go to the BOM transaction (CS01, CS02, or CS03) and verify that the BOM for the material is correctly defined and complete.
  Ensure that all required fields are filled in, including the material number, plant, and usage.
  
  
  
  Verify Routing Assignment:
  
  Check the routing for the material using transaction (CA01, CA02, or CA03) to ensure that it is correctly linked to the BOM.
  Make sure that the routing is active and valid for the specified plant.
  
  
  
  Check Material Master:
  
  Use transaction MM03 to check the material master data for the material in question. Ensure that all relevant views (such as Basic Data, MRP, and Work Scheduling) are correctly maintained.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  If you have access, review the configuration settings in the SAP system related to BOM and routing assignments to ensure they are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on BOM and routing assignments.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CS01: Create BOM
  CS02: Change BOM
  CS03: Display BOM
  CA01: Create Routing
  CA02: Change Routing
  CA03: Display Routing
  MM03: Display Material Master
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP Help Portal for detailed information on BOM and routing processes.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the error message.