How To Fix VMP_MSG218 - Source EBOM is not valid

VMP_MSG218 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VMP_MSG - VMP Message Manager

• Message number: 218

• Message text: Source EBOM is not valid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VMP_MSG218 - Source EBOM is not valid ?

  The SAP error message VMP_MSG218 indicates that the source Engineering Bill of Materials (EBOM) is not valid. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Variant Configuration (VC) or when working with product structures in the SAP system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid EBOM: The Engineering Bill of Materials (EBOM) may not exist, or it may not be correctly defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the material or product may not be set up properly, leading to the system being unable to find a valid EBOM.
  Missing Data: There may be missing or incomplete data in the material master or BOM that is required for the system to validate the EBOM.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the EBOM.
  Versioning Issues: The EBOM may be in a different version or status that is not currently valid for use.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check EBOM Existence: Verify that the EBOM exists for the material