How To Fix PVJ383 - The component is not a single article

PVJ383 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PVJ - Messages for PRICAT (cf. VJ)

• Message number: 383

• Message text: The component is not a single article

What causes this issue?

In PRICAT maintenance, BOMs can only be constructed from single
materials.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Use the standard maintenance screen for the BOM.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PVJ383 - The component is not a single article ?

  The SAP error message PVJ383, which states "The component is not a single article," typically occurs in the context of production planning or material management when dealing with bill of materials (BOM) or component items in a production order. This error indicates that the system expects a single item (or article) but has encountered a situation where the component is not defined as such.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect BOM Configuration: The component may not be defined correctly in the BOM. It could be set up as a group of items or a variant rather than a single article.
  Item Category Settings: The item category of the component may not be set to allow for single articles. For example, it might be set to a category that allows for multiple items or assemblies.
  Material Master Data Issues: The material master data for the component may not be configured correctly, leading to the system not recognizing it as