How To Fix VCH_HL_EXT_BOM016 - Instance &1 was not exploded due to issue during explosion call

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VCH_HL_EXT_BOM - Exception messages for BOM Explosion

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Instance &1 was not exploded due to issue during explosion call

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VCH_HL_EXT_BOM016 - Instance &1 was not exploded due to issue during explosion call ?

  The SAP error message VCH_HL_EXT_BOM016 indicates that there was an issue during the explosion of a Bill of Materials (BOM) for a specific instance. This error typically occurs in the context of production planning or when trying to create a production order that requires the BOM to be exploded to determine the components needed for production.
  Causes:
  
  Missing BOM: The BOM for the specified instance may not exist or is not correctly defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the BOM or the material master data.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data related to the BOM, such as missing components or incorrect quantities.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the BOM or perform the explosion.
  System Errors: There may be temporary system issues or bugs that prevent the explosion from occurring.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check BOM Existence: Verify that the BOM for the specified instance exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction codes like CS03 (Display BOM) to check if the BOM is correctly defined.
  Review BOM Configuration: Ensure that the BOM is correctly configured, including all necessary components and their quantities. Check for any missing or incorrect entries.
  Validate Material Master Data: Ensure that the material master data for the instance is complete and accurate. This includes checking the material type, status, and other relevant fields.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and explode the BOM. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  Review Logs and Messages: Check the system logs and messages for any additional information that may provide insight into the cause of the error. This can be done using transaction codes like SLG1 (Application Log).
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to this error message. You can search for notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CS01 (Create BOM), CS02 (Change BOM), and CS03 (Display BOM) for managing BOMs.
  BOM Types: Understand the different types of BOMs (e.g., single-level, multi-level) and how they are structured in your SAP system.
  Production Planning: Review the production planning processes in your organization to ensure that BOMs are being used correctly in production orders.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the error message VCH_HL_EXT_BOM016.