How To Fix STEP792 - Create STPO: Item number not defined

STEP792 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: STEP - ISO 10303 STEP Mapping Messages

• Message number: 792

• Message text: Create STPO: Item number not defined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message STEP792 - Create STPO: Item number not defined ?

  The SAP error message "STEP792 Create STPO: Item number not defined" typically occurs during the creation or processing of a bill of materials (BOM) in the SAP system. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a valid item number for a component in the BOM, which is necessary for the creation of the BOM item (STPO).
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Item Number: The most common cause is that the item number for a component in the BOM is not defined or has not been entered correctly.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the material master or BOM settings.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing or incorrect entries in related tables.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or modify BOM items.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Item Number: Verify that the item number for the component is correctly defined in the material master.