How To Fix VMP_MSG045 - Planning scope alternative &1 and its MBOMs are deleted

VMP_MSG045 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VMP_MSG - VMP Message Manager

• Message number: 045

• Message text: Planning scope alternative &1 and its MBOMs are deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VMP_MSG045 - Planning scope alternative &1 and its MBOMs are deleted ?

  The SAP error message VMP_MSG045 indicates that a planning scope alternative and its associated Manufacturing Bill of Materials (MBOMs) have been deleted. This error typically arises in the context of production planning and material management within SAP.
  
  Cause:
  
  Deletion of Planning Scope: The planning scope alternative referenced in the error message has been deleted from the system. This could happen due to manual deletion or as part of a data cleanup process.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the database where the planning scope is expected to exist but has been removed.
  Configuration Changes: Changes in configuration settings or master data that affect the planning scope can lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Planning Scope: Verify if the planning scope alternative still exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction codes (like MD61 for planning or C223 for planning scope maintenance) to see if the planning scope is