How To Fix T416_CTRL_MSG007 - Control data for specified BOM usage & not defined (check your entry)

T416_CTRL_MSG007 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: T416_CTRL_MSG - Message Class for Usage Control Data

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Control data for specified BOM usage & not defined (check your entry)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message T416_CTRL_MSG007 - Control data for specified BOM usage & not defined (check your entry) ?

  The SAP error message T416_CTRL_MSG007 indicates that there is an issue with the Bill of Materials (BOM) usage in the system. Specifically, it means that the control data for the specified BOM usage is not defined, which can occur when trying to create or modify a BOM.
  
  Cause:
  
  Undefined BOM Usage: The BOM usage you are trying to access or create does not exist in the system. BOM usage defines the context in which the BOM is used (e.g., production, engineering, etc.).
  Incorrect Entry: The BOM usage code you entered may be incorrect or misspelled.
  
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be properly configured to recognize the specified BOM usage.
  Missing Master Data: The necessary master data for the BOM usage may not have been created or activated.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check BOM Usage: Verify that the BOM usage you are trying to use is defined in the system. You can do this by navigating to the BOM configuration