How To Fix VBDRV013 - No bill of material was found for the data entered

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VBDRV - Derivation of Batch Characteristics

• Message number: 013

• Message text: No bill of material was found for the data entered

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VBDRV013 - No bill of material was found for the data entered ?

  The SAP error message VBDRV013 indicates that the system could not find a bill of material (BOM) for the data you entered. This error typically occurs in the context of sales order processing, production planning, or when trying to create a production order that requires a BOM.
  Causes:
  
  Missing BOM: The most common cause is that there is no BOM defined for the material you are trying to process.
  Incorrect Material Number: The material number entered may be incorrect or not exist in the system.
  Plant/Location Issues: The BOM may not be defined for the specific plant or location you are working with.
  BOM Status: The BOM might be inactive or not valid for the specified period.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be typographical errors in the data entered, such as incorrect item category or configuration settings.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check BOM Existence:
  
  Use transaction code CS03 (Display BOM) to check if a BOM exists for the material in question.
  Ensure that the BOM is created for the correct plant and material.
  
  
  
  Verify Material Number:
  
  Double-check the material number you are entering to ensure it is correct and exists in the system.
  
  
  
  Check BOM Status:
  
  Ensure that the BOM is active and valid for the required period. You can check the validity dates in the BOM details.
  
  
  
  Create or Update BOM:
  
  If no BOM exists, you may need to create one using transaction code CS01 (Create BOM).
  If the BOM exists but is not valid for the required plant, you may need to create a new BOM for that specific plant.
  
  
  
  Consult with Master Data Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the BOM or material data, consult with your organization's master data management team to ensure that all necessary data is correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  Ensure that the configuration settings for the material are correct, especially if the material is configurable.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CS01: Create BOM
  CS02: Change BOM
  CS03: Display BOM
  CS11: Display BOM for a material
  CS12: Display BOM for a group of materials
  
  
  
  BOM Types: Understand the different types of BOMs (e.g., production BOM, sales BOM, etc.) and ensure you are using the correct type for your process.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal documentation for specific guidelines on BOM management and troubleshooting.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the appropriate solution.