How To Fix PPDS_PB017 - BOM component does not exist for this product

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPDS_PB - Messages for New Fiori OData Planning Board

• Message number: 017

• Message text: BOM component does not exist for this product

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPDS_PB017 - BOM component does not exist for this product ?

  The SAP error message PPDS_PB017 indicates that a Bill of Materials (BOM) component does not exist for a specific product in the context of Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling (PPDS). This error typically arises when the system is trying to plan or schedule production for a product that is expected to have certain components defined in its BOM, but those components are either missing or not correctly configured.
  Causes:
  
  Missing BOM: The BOM for the product may not be created or activated in the system.
  Incorrect Product Configuration: The product may not be correctly configured in the system, leading to missing components.
  Versioning Issues: The BOM might exist, but the version being referenced is not the active one.
  Plant-Specific BOM: The BOM may not be defined for the specific plant where the production is being planned.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, such as incorrect material numbers or component assignments.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check BOM Existence: Verify that the BOM for the product exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction code CS03 (Display BOM) and entering the product material number.
  Create or Update BOM: If the BOM does not exist, create it using transaction code CS01 (Create BOM). If it exists but is not correct, update it as necessary.
  Check BOM Status: Ensure that the BOM is active and valid for the relevant plant and production version.
  Review Product Configuration: Check the product configuration in the material master (transaction code MM03) to ensure that all necessary components are defined.
  Check Plant-Specific Data: Ensure that the BOM is defined for the specific plant where the production is being planned. You can check this in the BOM details.
  Run Consistency Checks: Use transaction codes like C223 (Check BOM) to run consistency checks on the BOM and identify any issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CS01: Create BOM
  CS02: Change BOM
  CS03: Display BOM
  MM03: Display Material Master
  C223: Check BOM
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on BOM management and PPDS configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to BOMs and PPDS.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the PPDS_PB017 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.