How To Fix RFM_PP_BOM_CONST_CHK017 - BOM inconsistency correction process initiated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 017

• Message text: BOM inconsistency correction process initiated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RFM_PP_BOM_CONST_CHK017 - BOM inconsistency correction process initiated ?

  The SAP error message RFM_PP_BOM_CONST_CHK017 indicates that there is an inconsistency in the Bill of Materials (BOM) that needs to be corrected. This error typically arises during the processing of production orders or when trying to create or modify BOMs. The inconsistency could be due to various reasons, such as missing components, incorrect quantities, or discrepancies between the BOM and the material master data.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Components: One or more components listed in the BOM may not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Quantities: The quantities specified in the BOM may not match the expected values or may be zero.
  Invalid BOM Status: The BOM may be in a status that does not allow for processing (e.g., inactive).
  Material Master Issues: The material master data for the components may be incomplete or incorrect.
  Versioning Issues: If multiple versions of a BOM exist, there may be inconsistencies between them.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RFM_PP_BOM_CONST_CHK017 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check BOM for Inconsistencies:
  
  Use transaction code CS03 to display the BOM and verify that all components are correctly defined.
  Ensure that all components exist in the system and are active.
  
  
  
  Validate Component Quantities:
  
  Check the quantities of each component in the BOM to ensure they are correct and not set to zero.
  
  
  
  Review BOM Status:
  
  Ensure that the BOM is in an active status. You can check this in the BOM header data.
  
  
  
  Material Master Verification:
  
  Use transaction code MM03 to check the material master data for each component. Ensure that all necessary data is filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Use BOM Consistency Check:
  
  You can run the BOM consistency check using transaction code CS_BOM_CHECK to identify and correct inconsistencies automatically.
  
  
  
  Recreate BOM if Necessary:
  
  If the BOM is severely corrupted, consider recreating it from scratch.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to BOM inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making corrections, test the process again to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CS01: Create BOM
  CS02: Change BOM
  CS03: Display BOM
  CS_BOM_CHECK: BOM Consistency Check
  MM03: Display Material Master
  
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on BOM management and troubleshooting.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and correct the inconsistencies causing the RFM_PP_BOM_CONST_CHK017 error in SAP.