How To Fix VMP_MSG189 - MBOM instance reordering from item node not allowed

VMP_MSG189 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VMP_MSG - VMP Message Manager

• Message number: 189

• Message text: MBOM instance reordering from item node not allowed

What causes this issue?

You tried to re-order instances of an MBOM item to another MBOM item.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Reorder only MBOM item nodes and do not reorder instances of the MBOM
item.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VMP_MSG189 - MBOM instance reordering from item node not allowed ?

  The SAP error message VMP_MSG189 indicates that there is an issue with the reordering of a Manufacturing Bill of Materials (MBOM) instance from an item node. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Variant Configuration or Production Planning modules, where the system is trying to reorder components in a way that is not permitted.
  
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons, including:
  
  
  Incorrect Hierarchy: The item node from which you are trying to reorder may not be allowed to have its components reordered. This can happen if the item is not set up correctly in the BOM hierarchy.
  
  
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings for the MBOM may restrict certain operations, including reordering of components.
  
  
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or constraints defined in the BOM that prevent reordering.
  
  
  Data Integrity Issues: There could be inconsistencies or errors in the BOM data that lead to this error.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the VMP_MSG189 error, you can