How To Fix POFO132 - You cannot enter a profile for BOM items; portfolio type is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: POFO - Portfolio Management

• Message number: 132

• Message text: You cannot enter a profile for BOM items; portfolio type is invalid

What causes this issue?

The portfolio type is not defined as relevant for BOM items.

System Response

The system does not allow you to enter a <DS:DE.WB2_BOM_PROFILE>profile
for BOM items</>.

How to fix this error?

Delete your entry.
If you need the portfolio type to be relevant for BOM items, contact
your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

Check the Customizing settings for the portfolio type in the Customizing
activity <LS>Maintain Portfolio Type</>.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message POFO132 - You cannot enter a profile for BOM items; portfolio type is invalid ?

  The SAP error message POFO132, which states "You cannot enter a profile for BOM items; portfolio type is invalid," typically occurs in the context of managing Bill of Materials (BOM) items within the SAP system, particularly when dealing with portfolio management or project systems.
  Cause:
  The error is generally caused by one of the following issues:
  
  
  Invalid Portfolio Type: The portfolio type you are trying to use for the BOM items is not valid or not configured correctly in the system. This could be due to missing or incorrect settings in the configuration of the portfolio management module.
  
  
  Profile Assignment: You may be attempting to assign a profile to BOM items that is not allowed for the specified portfolio type. Certain profiles are only applicable to specific types of items or projects.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the BOM or the project system that prevent the assignment of profiles to BOM items.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Portfolio Type: Verify that the portfolio type you are using is valid. You can do this by checking the configuration settings in the SAP system. Ensure that the portfolio type is correctly defined and active.
  
  
  Review Profile Assignment: Ensure that the profile you are trying to assign is appropriate for the BOM items and the portfolio type. You may need to consult the documentation or configuration settings to confirm this.
  
  
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings for BOM and portfolio management. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured. This may involve checking transaction codes related to BOM and project management.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the error message and the context in which it occurs. This can provide insights into the correct configuration and usage.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They can provide more detailed troubleshooting based on your specific system configuration.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CS01 (Create BOM), CS02 (Change BOM), and CS03 (Display BOM) to manage BOM items effectively.
  Configuration Transactions: Look into configuration transactions like OPL8 (Define Profile for BOM) and OPL9 (Assign Profile to BOM) to ensure that profiles are set up correctly.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error POFO132 in the SAP Support Portal, as there may be specific patches or updates that address this issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the POFO132 error in your SAP system.