How To Fix /SAPAPO/SPPDRPSB037 - Refurbishment without BOM

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/SPPDRPSB -

• Message number: 037

• Message text: Refurbishment without BOM

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/SPPDRPSB037 - Refurbishment without BOM ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/SPPDRPSB037 indicates that a refurbishment process is being attempted without a Bill of Materials (BOM) being defined for the relevant material. This error typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when trying to plan or execute a refurbishment process for a material that requires a BOM for the refurbishment to be valid.
  Cause:
  
  Missing BOM: The primary cause of this error is that the material for which the refurbishment is being planned does not have an associated BOM in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the refurbishment process may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not recognizing the BOM.
  Material Master Data Issues: The material master data may not be complete or correctly maintained, which can lead to the absence of a BOM.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Create or Maintain BOM:
  
  Check if a BOM exists for the material in question. If it does not exist, you will need to create one.
  Use transaction code CS01 to create a new BOM or CS02 to modify an existing one.
  Ensure that the BOM is correctly assigned to the relevant plant and is valid for the material.
  
  
  
  Check Material Master:
  
  Verify the material master data for the material involved in the refurbishment process. Use transaction code MM03 to display the material master and check the relevant views (e.g., Basic Data, MRP, etc.).
  Ensure that the material is set up correctly for refurbishment processes.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings related to refurbishment in the system. This may involve reviewing the settings in the SAP APO or the relevant modules in SAP ERP.
  Ensure that the refurbishment process is correctly configured to recognize BOMs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on setting up BOMs and refurbishment processes.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the refurbishment process again to ensure that the error does not occur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CS01: Create BOM
  CS02: Change BOM
  CS03: Display BOM
  MM03: Display Material Master
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify BOMs and material master data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /SAPAPO/SPPDRPSB037 and successfully execute the refurbishment process.