How To Fix VCH_L2A_EXPLOSION116 - BOM header &1 / &2 / &3 on plant &4 added to workbench

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VCH_L2A_EXPLOSION - VCH Transition Workspace Explosion Errors

• Message number: 116

• Message text: BOM header &1 / &2 / &3 on plant &4 added to workbench

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VCH_L2A_EXPLOSION116 - BOM header &1 / &2 / &3 on plant &4 added to workbench ?

  The SAP error message VCH_L2A_EXPLOSION116 typically relates to issues with Bill of Materials (BOM) in the context of production planning and material management. This specific error indicates that there is a problem with the BOM header for a particular material in a specified plant that has been added to the workbench.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Missing BOM Header Data: The BOM header for the specified material and plant may not be properly defined or may be missing essential data.
  Incorrect Plant Assignment: The BOM may not be assigned to the correct plant, or the plant may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the BOM data, such as invalid components or incorrect validity dates.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or modify the BOM for the specified plant.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues in the SAP system, such as database inconsistencies or problems with the workbench itself.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check BOM Header Data:
  
  Go to the BOM transaction (e.g., CS03) and check the BOM header for the specified material and plant.
  Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Verify Plant Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the BOM is correctly assigned to the specified plant. You can check this in the BOM master data.
  
  
  
  Review BOM Components:
  
  Check the components of the BOM for any inconsistencies or errors. Make sure all components are valid and correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Check Validity Dates:
  
  Ensure that the validity dates of the BOM are correct and that the BOM is valid for the current date.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the BOM for the specified plant.
  
  
  
  Technical Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or technical support team to investigate any underlying technical issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CS01 (Create BOM), CS02 (Change BOM), and CS03 (Display BOM).
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to BOM management and error handling for further insights.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the VCH_L2A_EXPLOSION116 error message in SAP.