How To Fix /PLMI/RCA_EXPL009 - Assign component types to explosion scope &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/RCA_EXPL -

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Assign component types to explosion scope &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/RCA_EXPL009 - Assign component types to explosion scope &1 ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/RCA_EXPL009 Assign component types to explosion scope &1 typically occurs in the context of the SAP Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) module, particularly when dealing with the configuration of explosion scopes in the context of product structure management.
  Cause:
  This error indicates that there is a missing assignment of component types to a specific explosion scope. Explosion scopes are used to define how components are structured and exploded in a bill of materials (BOM) or product structure. If the system cannot find the necessary component types assigned to the specified explosion scope, it will trigger this error.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the component types are correctly assigned to the explosion scope mentioned in the error message. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO to access the SAP Reference IMG (Implementation Guide).
  Navigate to the relevant section for Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) and find the configuration for explosion scopes.
  
  
  
  Check Explosion Scope:
  
  Locate the explosion scope that is referenced in the error message (denoted as &1).
  Verify if the component types are assigned to this explosion scope.
  
  
  
  Assign Component Types:
  
  If component types are not assigned, you will need to add them. This typically involves selecting the explosion scope and then adding the relevant component types that should be included in the explosion.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary assignments, save your changes.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After saving, test the configuration by attempting to execute the process that previously triggered the error to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on explosion scopes and component types in PLM.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CS01 (Create BOM), CS02 (Change BOM), and CS03 (Display BOM) to work with BOMs effectively.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes in the configuration settings.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your explosion scopes are correctly configured.