How To Fix RFM_PP_BOM_CONST_CHK012 - Generic Article BOM &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Generic Article BOM &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RFM_PP_BOM_CONST_CHK012 - Generic Article BOM &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message RFM_PP_BOM_CONST_CHK012 indicates that the system is unable to find a Bill of Materials (BOM) for a specified generic article. This can occur in various scenarios, such as during production planning, material requirements planning, or when trying to create or modify a production order.
  Cause
  The error typically arises due to one or more of the following reasons:
  
  BOM Not Created: The BOM for the specified generic article has not been created in the system.
  Incorrect Material Number: The material number provided may be incorrect or does not match any existing BOM.
  BOM Status: The BOM may exist but is not active or is marked for deletion.
  Plant/Storage Location Issues: The BOM may not be available for the specific plant or storage location you are working with.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration settings.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check BOM Existence:
  
  Use transaction code CS03 (Display BOM) to check if the BOM exists for the specified generic article.
  Ensure that you are entering the correct material number and plant.
  
  
  
  Create or Update BOM:
  
  If the BOM does not exist, you can create it using transaction code CS01 (Create BOM).
  If the BOM exists but is inactive, you may need to activate it or create a new version.
  
  
  
  Verify Material Master Data:
  
  Check the material master data for the generic article using transaction code MM03 (Display Material).
  Ensure that the material type and other relevant settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Check Plant and Storage Location:
  
  Ensure that the BOM is valid for the specific plant and storage location you are working with.
  If necessary, create a BOM specific to the required plant.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CS01: Create BOM
  CS02: Change BOM
  CS03: Display BOM
  MM03: Display Material
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on BOM management and troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to BOMs and this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.