How To Fix RMSL373 - Exploding is not possible; only ingredient can be exploded

RMSL373 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RMSL - Labeling Application Messages

• Message number: 373

• Message text: Exploding is not possible; only ingredient can be exploded

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RMSL373 - Details

• The SAP error message RMSL373, which states "Exploding is not possible; only ingredient can be exploded," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Recipe Management or Production Planning modules. This error indicates that the system is attempting to explode a bill of materials (BOM) or recipe that contains components that are not classified as ingredients, which is a requirement for the explosion process.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect BOM/Recipe Configuration: The BOM or recipe may contain components that are not defined as ingredients. In SAP, only items classified as ingredients can be exploded.
  Item Master Data Issues: The material master data for the components may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not recognizing them as ingredients.
  Recipe Type: The recipe type being used may not support the explosion of certain components.
  Hierarchy Issues: The structure of the BOM or recipe may not be correctly defined, leading to confusion in the explosion process.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check BOM/Recipe Configuration:
  
  Review the