How To Fix VMP_MSG133 - Assembly is collapsed by default; see long text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VMP_MSG - VMP Message Manager

• Message number: 133

• Message text: Assembly is collapsed by default; see long text

What causes this issue?

The assembly is collapsed due to one of the following reasons:
Legacy MatBOM exist
MatBOM already planned as part of other planning scope alternative
Material is marked as a purchased part

System Response

You can either choose Expand MBOM to expand the assembly and use the
components in planning
session or choose Load MBOM to load the existing MBOMs.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VMP_MSG133 - Assembly is collapsed by default; see long text ?

  The SAP error message VMP_MSG133 indicates that an assembly is collapsed by default in the context of SAP's Variant Configuration (VC) or Product Configuration. This typically occurs when dealing with configurable materials or products that have multiple options or variants.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when the system is set to display a configuration assembly in a collapsed state by default. This can happen due to the following reasons:
  
  Configuration Settings: The default behavior for displaying assemblies in the configuration might be set to collapsed in the configuration profile or settings.
  User Preferences: User-specific settings or preferences may dictate how assemblies are displayed during the configuration process.
  Product Structure: The way the product structure is defined in the system may lead to certain assemblies being collapsed by default.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration Profile:
  
  Navigate to the configuration profile of the material in question.
  Look for settings related to the display of assemblies and adjust them to ensure that they are expanded by default if that is the desired behavior.
  
  
  
  User Settings:
  
  Check if there are any user-specific settings that might be causing the assembly to be displayed in a collapsed state.
  Adjust user preferences if necessary.
  
  
  
  Product Structure Review:
  
  Review the product structure and ensure that the assemblies are defined correctly.
  If certain assemblies should be expanded by default, ensure that they are set up accordingly in the configuration.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific issue or provide additional guidance.
  Review the SAP documentation related to Variant Configuration for more insights on managing assembly display settings.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the configuration process to ensure that the assemblies are displayed as intended.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Variant Configuration (VC): This is a tool within SAP that allows for the management of configurable products, enabling users to select options and features based on customer requirements.
  Configuration Profiles: These profiles define how configurable materials behave during the configuration process, including display settings for assemblies.
  User Preferences: SAP allows users to set preferences that can affect how they interact with the system, including how configurations are displayed.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for further assistance.