How To Fix /PLMI/MBOM_MAP_BOM204 - BOM item is not valid

/PLMI/MBOM_MAP_BOM204 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/MBOM_MAP_BOM -

• Message number: 204

• Message text: BOM item is not valid

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/PLMI/MBOM_MAP_BOM204 - Details

• The SAP error message /PLMI/MBOM_MAP_BOM204 indicating that "BOM item is not valid" typically arises in the context of Bill of Materials (BOM) management within the SAP system. This error can occur for several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding an appropriate solution.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid BOM Item: The BOM item referenced may not exist or may have been deleted or marked for deletion.
  Incorrect BOM Status: The BOM might be in a status that does not allow for the operation you are trying to perform (e.g., it may be inactive).
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the BOM, such as missing or incorrect master data (material master, plant data, etc.).
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the BOM item.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that are preventing the BOM item from being recognized as valid.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check BOM