How To Fix VIP_SRV_MSG011 - Source Document explosion failed

VIP_SRV_MSG011 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VIP_SRV_MSG - Messages for VIP Services

• Message number: 011

• Message text: Source Document explosion failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VIP_SRV_MSG011 - Source Document explosion failed ?

  The SAP error message "VIP_SRV_MSG011: Source Document explosion failed" typically occurs in the context of SAP's Variant Configuration (VC) or when dealing with complex product structures. This error indicates that the system was unable to explode the source document, which is necessary for generating the required components or variants of a product.
  Causes:
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings of the product or variant. This could include missing or incorrect dependencies, characteristics, or values.
  Master Data Problems: Missing or incorrect master data (like BOMs, routing, or material master records) can lead to this error.
  Inconsistent Data: Inconsistencies in the data related to the product structure or configuration profiles can cause the explosion to fail.
  System Performance: If the system is under heavy load or if there are performance issues, it may not be able to process the explosion in a timely manner.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorizations for accessing certain data