How To Fix PP_SFC_MESSAGES031 - Bills of operation type code can only be 1 and 2 for Prod Orders.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PP_SFC_MESSAGES - Message Class for Production/Process Orders

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Bills of operation type code can only be 1 and 2 for Prod Orders.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PP_SFC_MESSAGES031 - Bills of operation type code can only be 1 and 2 for Prod Orders. ?

  The SAP error message PP_SFC_MESSAGES031 indicates that there is an issue with the type code of the bills of operation (BOM) associated with production orders. Specifically, the error states that the bills of operation type code can only be 1 (Standard BOM) and 2 (Alternative BOM) for production orders.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when:
  
  The production order is trying to reference a BOM that has a type code other than 1 or 2.
  The BOM type may be set incorrectly in the system, or the wrong BOM is being selected for the production order.
  There may be a configuration issue in the material master or BOM settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check BOM Type:
  
  Go to the BOM in question using transaction code CS03 (Display BOM).
  Verify the BOM type. Ensure that it is set to either type 1 (Standard BOM) or type 2 (Alternative BOM).
  
  
  
  Change BOM Type:
  
  If the BOM type is incorrect, you may need to create a new BOM with the correct type or change the existing BOM type if applicable. This can be done using transaction code CS01 (Create BOM) or CS02 (Change BOM).
  
  
  
  Review Production Order Settings:
  
  Check the production order settings to ensure that it is correctly referencing the BOM. You can do this using transaction code CO03 (Display Production Order).
  
  
  
  Check Material Master:
  
  Ensure that the material master data is correctly configured. You can check this using transaction code MM03 (Display Material).
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for any specific configurations or settings that may be affecting BOM types.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, try to create or process the production order again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  BOM Types: Understanding the different types of BOMs in SAP can help in troubleshooting. Type 1 is for standard BOMs, while type 2 is for alternative BOMs. Other types (e.g., 3 for document BOMs) are not valid for production orders.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify BOMs and production orders.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the PP_SFC_MESSAGES031 error in SAP.