How To Fix VCH_L2A_EXPLOSION121 - BOM no. &1 alternative &2 usage &3 on plant &4 is not transition-relevant

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VCH_L2A_EXPLOSION - VCH Transition Workspace Explosion Errors

• Message number: 121

• Message text: BOM no. &1 alternative &2 usage &3 on plant &4 is not transition-relevant

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VCH_L2A_EXPLOSION121 - BOM no. &1 alternative &2 usage &3 on plant &4 is not transition-relevant ?

  The SAP error message VCH_L2A_EXPLOSION121 indicates that there is an issue with the Bill of Materials (BOM) in the context of a specific plant and its usage. The message states that the BOM is "not transition-relevant," which typically means that the BOM cannot be used in the current context or for the current operation due to its configuration or status.
  
  Cause:
  
  BOM Status: The BOM may not be marked as active or relevant for the specific plant or usage. This can happen if the BOM is in a status that does not allow it to be used for production or planning.
  Alternative BOM: The alternative BOM specified may not be set up correctly or may not be valid for the specified usage.
  Plant-Specific Configuration: The BOM may not be configured for the specific plant indicated in the error message.
  Usage Type: The BOM usage type may not match the requirements of the operation being performed