How To Fix /PLMU/UI_GSS031 - No material found. Bill of material cannot be created without material

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMU/UI_GSS -

• Message number: 031

• Message text: No material found. Bill of material cannot be created without material

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMU/UI_GSS031 - No material found. Bill of material cannot be created without material ?

  The SAP error message /PLMU/UI_GSS031 No material found. Bill of material cannot be created without material typically occurs when you are trying to create a Bill of Materials (BOM) in SAP, but the system cannot find the specified material. This can happen for several reasons. Below are the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Material Not Created: The material you are trying to use in the BOM has not been created in the system.
  Incorrect Material Number: The material number you entered may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Material Status: The material may be inactive or blocked for use in BOMs.
  Material Type: The material type may not be allowed for BOM creation.
  Plant Assignment: The material may not be assigned to the plant you are working in.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary authorizations to view or use the material.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Material Existence:
  
  Use transaction code MM03 to check if the material exists in the system. Enter the material number and see if it is available.
  
  
  
  Create Material:
  
  If the material does not exist, create it using transaction code MM01. Ensure that you fill in all required fields and assign it to the appropriate plant.
  
  
  
  Verify Material Number:
  
  Double-check the material number you are entering for any typos or errors.
  
  
  
  Check Material Status:
  
  Ensure that the material is active and not blocked. You can check this in the material master data.
  
  
  
  Review Material Type:
  
  Confirm that the material type is appropriate for BOM creation. Some material types may not be allowed for BOMs.
  
  
  
  Plant Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the material is assigned to the correct plant. You can check this in the material master data.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that you have the necessary authorizations to access and use the material. If not, contact your SAP security administrator.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  CS01: Create BOM
  CS02: Change BOM
  CS03: Display BOM
  
  
  
  BOM Types: Familiarize yourself with different BOM types (e.g., production BOM, sales BOM) and their specific requirements.
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on BOM creation and material management.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully create a Bill of Materials in SAP. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.