How To Fix /PLMU/UI_GSS014 - BOM for planning required

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMU/UI_GSS -

• Message number: 014

• Message text: BOM for planning required

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMU/UI_GSS014 - BOM for planning required ?

  The SAP error message /PLMU/UI_GSS014 BOM for planning required typically indicates that a Bill of Materials (BOM) is required for the planning process but is either missing or not properly configured in the system. This error is often encountered in the context of production planning and material requirements planning (MRP) within SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Missing BOM: The BOM for the material in question has not been created or is not available in the system.
  Incorrect BOM Status: The BOM may exist but is not marked as active or is not valid for the planning version being used.
  Material Master Configuration: The material master record may not be set up correctly to reference the BOM.
  Planning Parameters: The planning parameters for the material may not be configured to utilize the BOM.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Create or Update BOM:
  
  Check if the BOM exists for the material. If it does not, create a new BOM using transaction code CS01.
  If the BOM exists but is not active, you may need to activate it or create a new version.
  
  
  
  Check BOM Validity:
  
  Ensure that the BOM is valid for the relevant plant and is marked as active. You can check this using transaction code CS02 to display the BOM and verify its status.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master:
  
  Use transaction code MM03 to display the material master record and ensure that the BOM is correctly assigned to the material. Check the "BOM" view to confirm that the BOM is linked.
  
  
  
  Check Planning Parameters:
  
  Review the planning parameters for the material using transaction code MD03 or MD04 to ensure that the material is set up for MRP and that it is configured to use the BOM.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration or the steps to take, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CS01: Create BOM
  CS02: Change BOM
  CS03: Display BOM
  MM03: Display Material Master
  MD03: Display MRP
  MD04: Stock/Requirements List
  
  
  
  BOM Types: Ensure you are using the correct BOM type (e.g., production BOM, sales BOM) as required for your planning process.
  
  
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify BOMs and material master records.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or bugs related to BOMs and planning.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the BOM is properly configured for planning in SAP.