How To Fix VMP_MSG278 - No items selected for Order BOM &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VMP_MSG - VMP Message Manager

• Message number: 278

• Message text: No items selected for Order BOM &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VMP_MSG278 - No items selected for Order BOM &1 ?

  The SAP error message VMP_MSG278: No items selected for Order BOM &1 typically occurs in the context of Bill of Materials (BOM) processing, particularly when trying to create or process a production order or a similar operation that requires a BOM.
  Cause:
  This error indicates that the system could not find any items associated with the specified Order BOM (Bill of Materials) for the given order number (&1). The reasons for this could include:
  
  Missing BOM: The BOM for the specified order does not exist or is not correctly assigned to the order.
  Incorrect Order Type: The order type may not be compatible with the BOM being referenced.
  BOM Status: The BOM might be inactive or not valid for the specified date.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the material master or BOM settings.
  Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used to retrieve the BOM items may not match any existing items.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check BOM Existence:
  
  Verify that the BOM exists for the material associated with the order. You can do this by using transaction code CS03 (Display BOM) and entering the material number and plant.
  
  
  
  Check BOM Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the BOM is correctly assigned to the material and that it is valid for the order type you are using.
  
  
  
  Review Order Type:
  
  Confirm that the order type you are using is compatible with the BOM. You can check this in the configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Check BOM Validity:
  
  Ensure that the BOM is active and valid for the date of the order. You can check the validity dates in the BOM details.
  
  
  
  Review Selection Criteria:
  
  If you are using specific selection criteria to retrieve BOM items, ensure that these criteria are correct and that they match the items in the BOM.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for any specific notes related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to technical resources, consider debugging the process to identify where the selection is failing.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  CS03 (Display BOM)
  CO03 (Display Production Order)
  CS01 (Create BOM)
  CS02 (Change BOM)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches related to BOM processing and this specific error message.
  
  
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on BOM management and production order processing.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.