How To Fix PPECMP052 - Phantom reference from &1 &2 to &3 &4 is not allowed.

PPECMP052 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPECMP - Messages for iPPE CMP Application (Components)

• Message number: 052

• Message text: Phantom reference from &1 &2 to &3 &4 is not allowed.

What causes this issue?

The entered phantom reference to &v3& &v4& is not allowed. The
structure under &v3& &v4& contains a multi-level decomposition. This is
not supported for phantom references.

System Response

Maintenance ends in an error message.

How to fix this error?

Change the reference in &v1& &v2& or the structure of &v3& &v4& to a
multi-level decomposition.

Procedure for System Administrators

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 PPECMP052 - Phantom reference from &1 &2 to &3 &4 is not allowed. ?

  The SAP error message PPECMP052 indicates that there is an issue with a phantom reference in the context of a production order or a bill of materials (BOM). Specifically, it means that the system has detected an attempt to create a phantom assembly reference that is not allowed due to the configuration or the way the components are defined in the BOM.
  
  Cause:
  
  Phantom Assemblies: Phantom assemblies are used in BOMs to simplify the structure of complex products. They are not physically stocked but are used for planning purposes. The error occurs when there is an attempt to reference a phantom assembly in a way that is not permitted by the system.
  Incorrect BOM Configuration: The BOM may be incorrectly configured, such as having a phantom assembly that is not properly defined or linked to the components.
  Hierarchy Issues: The structure of the BOM may not allow for the specific reference due to the