How To Fix /PLMI/RTG_APP001 - Root BOM required when creating routing component assignments

/PLMI/RTG_APP001 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/RTG_APP -

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Root BOM required when creating routing component assignments

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/RTG_APP001 - Root BOM required when creating routing component assignments ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/RTG_APP001 Root BOM required typically occurs when you are trying to create routing component assignments in the context of Production Planning (PP) or similar modules, and the system cannot find a valid Bill of Materials (BOM) for the material you are working with. This error indicates that a root BOM is required for the operation you are attempting to perform.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing BOM: The primary cause of this error is that there is no BOM defined for the material in question. The system requires a root BOM to create routing component assignments.
  Incorrect BOM Status: The BOM may exist but could be inactive or not valid for the plant or production version you are working with.
  Incorrect Material Master Data: The material master data may not be set up correctly, leading to issues in finding the appropriate BOM.
  Plant-Specific Issues: The BOM might not be assigned to the specific plant where