How To Fix UACC151 - No matching alternative BOM exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UACC - Message Class for Concurrent Costing Adapter

• Message number: 151

• Message text: No matching alternative BOM exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UACC151 - No matching alternative BOM exists ?

  The SAP error message UACC151 "No matching alternative BOM exists" typically occurs when the system is unable to find a suitable Bill of Materials (BOM) for a specific material or production order. This can happen for several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue.
  Causes:
  
  Missing BOM: The most common cause is that there is no BOM defined for the material in question.
  Incorrect BOM Status: The BOM may exist but could be inactive or not valid for the specified plant or production version.
  Alternative BOM Not Defined: If the system is looking for an alternative BOM and none is defined, this error will occur.
  Plant/Version Mismatch: The BOM may exist for a different plant or production version than the one being used in the transaction.
  Material Type Restrictions: The material type may not allow for BOMs to be created or used.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that prevent the BOM from being recognized.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check BOM Existence: Verify if a BOM exists for the material in the relevant plant and production version. You can do this using transaction code CS03 (Display BOM).
  Create or Update BOM: If no BOM exists, create one using transaction code CS01 (Create BOM). If a BOM exists but is inactive, you may need to activate it.
  Check Alternative BOMs: If the system is looking for an alternative BOM, ensure that alternative BOMs are defined and active for the material.
  Verify Plant and Version: Ensure that you are using the correct plant and production version in your transaction. You can check this in the material master data.
  Review Material Type: Check if the material type allows for BOMs and if there are any restrictions in place.
  Consult Configuration: If you suspect configuration issues, consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the settings for BOMs are correctly defined.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CS01: Create BOM
  CS02: Change BOM
  CS03: Display BOM
  CS11: Display BOM for a Material
  
  
  BOM Types: Understand the different types of BOMs (e.g., single-level, multi-level, alternative BOMs) and how they are used in your organization.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed information on BOM management and troubleshooting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the UACC151 error and implement the appropriate solution. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.