How To Fix VMP_MSG023 - BOM Usage &1 does not exist.

VMP_MSG023 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VMP_MSG - VMP Message Manager

• Message number: 023

• Message text: BOM Usage &1 does not exist.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VMP_MSG023 - BOM Usage &1 does not exist. ?

  The SAP error message VMP_MSG023 indicates that the Bill of Materials (BOM) usage specified does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs when you are trying to access or create a BOM for a specific usage type that has not been defined in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect BOM Usage: The BOM usage you are trying to reference does not exist in the system. BOM usage is a key parameter that defines the context in which the BOM is used (e.g., production, engineering, etc.).
  
  Configuration Issues: The BOM usage may not have been configured correctly in the system.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the BOM usage field when creating or accessing the BOM.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check BOM Usage: Verify the BOM usage you are trying to use. You can do this by navigating to the BOM maintenance transaction (e.g., CS01, CS02, CS03) and checking the available BOM usages.
  Create BOM