How To Fix RM170 - No material components exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RM - Messages for Repetitive Manufacturing

• Message number: 170

• Message text: No material components exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RM170 - No material components exist ?

  The SAP error message RM170 ("No material components exist") typically occurs in the context of production planning and execution, particularly when dealing with bills of materials (BOMs) or production orders. This error indicates that the system cannot find any material components associated with a specific production order or BOM.
  Causes:
  
  Missing BOM: The BOM for the material in question may not be created or may not be assigned correctly.
  Incorrect Material Master Data: The material master data may not be set up correctly, leading to the absence of components.
  Incorrect Production Order: The production order may not be linked to the correct BOM or may be referencing a material that does not have a BOM.
  Status of BOM: The BOM might be inactive or not valid for the specific plant or production version.
  Plant-Specific Issues: The BOM may exist, but it is not available for the specific plant or storage location being used.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check BOM Existence: Verify that a BOM exists for the material in question. You can do this using transaction code CS03 (Display BOM) to check if the BOM is correctly defined.
  Verify BOM Assignment: Ensure that the BOM is assigned to the correct material and that it is valid for the relevant plant and production version.
  Check Material Master Data: Use transaction code MM03 (Display Material) to check the material master data and ensure that it is set up correctly.
  Review Production Order: Check the production order to ensure it is referencing the correct material and BOM. You can use transaction code CO03 (Display Production Order) for this.
  Activate BOM: If the BOM is inactive, you may need to activate it or create a new active BOM.
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues or patches.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CS03: Display BOM
  MM03: Display Material
  CO03: Display Production Order
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on BOMs and production orders.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific fixes or updates related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RM170 error and implement the appropriate solution.