How To Fix RFM_PP_BOM_CONST_CHK007 - &1 &2 in variant BOM &3 does not exist in generic article BOM

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RFM_PP_BOM_CONST_CHK - BOM Consistency Check and Correction Message Class

• Message number: 007

• Message text: &1 &2 in variant BOM &3 does not exist in generic article BOM

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RFM_PP_BOM_CONST_CHK007 - &1 &2 in variant BOM &3 does not exist in generic article BOM ?

  The SAP error message RFM_PP_BOM_CONST_CHK007 indicates that there is an issue with a variant Bill of Materials (BOM) in relation to a generic article BOM. Specifically, the message states that a certain variant BOM does not exist for the specified generic article.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Missing Variant BOM: The variant BOM that is being referenced does not exist in the system for the specified generic article. This could be due to data not being maintained or incorrectly configured.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the generic article or the variant BOM may not be set up correctly, leading to the system being unable to find the appropriate BOM.
  
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, such as the generic article not being properly linked to its variants.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the BOM data.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check BOM Existence:
  
  Go to the BOM transaction (e.g., CS03) and check if the variant BOM exists for the specified generic article. If it does not exist, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create or Maintain Variant BOM:
  
  If the variant BOM is missing, create it using the BOM creation transaction (e.g., CS01) and ensure that it is correctly linked to the generic article.
  
  
  
  Verify Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the generic article and ensure that it is correctly set up to reference the appropriate variant BOMs.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Ensure that the master data for both the generic article and the variant BOM is consistent and correctly maintained.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and view the BOM data. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to grant the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to BOM management and variant configuration for any additional insights or specific instructions.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CS01 (Create BOM), CS02 (Change BOM), CS03 (Display BOM), and CS11 (Display BOM for a material).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.