How To Fix VCH_HL_EXT_BOM_WRPR008 - No valid BOM could be found for product &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VCH_HL_EXT_BOM_WRPR - Messages for BOM explosion wrapper

• Message number: 008

• Message text: No valid BOM could be found for product &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VCH_HL_EXT_BOM_WRPR008 - No valid BOM could be found for product &1 ?

  The SAP error message VCH_HL_EXT_BOM_WRPR008 indicates that the system could not find a valid Bill of Materials (BOM) for the specified product. This can occur in various scenarios, such as during production planning, material requirements planning, or when trying to create a production order.
  Causes:
  
  Missing BOM: The most common cause is that there is no BOM created for the specified product in the system.
  Incorrect Product Configuration: The product may not be correctly configured in the system, leading to the BOM not being recognized.
  BOM Status: The BOM may exist but could be inactive or not valid for the specified plant or production version.
  Plant Assignment: The BOM may not be assigned to the plant where the product is being processed.
  Versioning Issues: If the BOM is version-controlled, the active version may not be set correctly.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the master data that prevent the BOM from being found.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check BOM Existence: Verify if a BOM exists for the product using transaction code CS03 (Display BOM). Enter the product number and check if a valid BOM is listed.
  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 or create a new one.
  Check Plant Assignment: Ensure that the BOM is assigned to the correct plant. You can check this in the BOM details.
  Review BOM Status: Make sure the BOM is marked as active and valid for the required date range.
  Check Product Configuration: Ensure that the product is correctly configured in the system and that all necessary master data is in place.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or guidelines for BOM creation and management in your organization.
  
  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., production BOM, sales BOM) and ensure you are working with the correct type for your needs.
  Master Data Management: Regularly review and maintain master data to prevent issues related to BOMs and other related components.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to BOM processing that may be relevant to your version of SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.