How To Fix VIP_SRV_MSG006 - Source Document exploded

VIP_SRV_MSG006 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VIP_SRV_MSG - Messages for VIP Services

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Source Document exploded

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VIP_SRV_MSG006 - Source Document exploded ?

  The SAP error message VIP_SRV_MSG006, which states "Source Document exploded," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Variant Configuration (VC) or when dealing with complex product structures. This message indicates that the system has encountered an issue with the way a source document (like a sales order or production order) is being processed, particularly when it involves components or sub-components that are not being handled correctly.
  
  Cause:
  
  Complex Product Structure: The source document may have a complex structure with multiple levels of components that need to be exploded (i.e., broken down into their individual parts).
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings in the variant configuration or the way the product is set up in the system.
  Missing Data: Required data for the components or sub-components may be missing or incorrectly defined in the master data.
  Inconsistent BOM: The Bill of Materials (BOM) may not be consistent with the configuration settings, leading