How To Fix VMP_MSG312 - BOM is marked for release

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VMP_MSG - VMP Message Manager

• Message number: 312

• Message text: BOM is marked for release

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VMP_MSG312 - BOM is marked for release ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation regarding the SAP error message VMP_MSG312: BOM is marked for release:
  
  Error Message
  VMP_MSG312: BOM is marked for release
  
  Cause
  This message occurs when you try to make changes to a Bill of Materials (BOM) that is currently marked for release or is already released in the system. In SAP, BOMs that are marked for release are considered "locked" or "frozen" to prevent unauthorized or accidental changes, ensuring data integrity and consistency in production processes.
  Typically, this happens in the following scenarios:
  
  The BOM has a status indicating it is released or pending release.
  The BOM is locked due to a release procedure or workflow.
  You are trying to edit a BOM that is controlled by a change management process (e.g., Engineering Change Management).
  
  
  Explanation
  
  BOM Release Status: BOMs in SAP can have different statuses such as "Created," "Marked for Release," or "Released." Once a BOM is marked for release, it is usually locked to prevent further changes until the release process is completed or reversed.
  Change Management: If Engineering Change Management (ECM) is active, BOM changes are controlled via change documents and release strategies. Only authorized users can make changes to BOMs in certain statuses.
  Data Integrity: Locking BOMs during release ensures that production and procurement processes use consistent and approved data.
  
  
  Solution / How to Resolve
  
  
  Check BOM Status:
  
  Use transaction CS03 (Display BOM) or CS02 (Change BOM) to check the status of the BOM.
  Verify if the BOM is marked for release or already released.
  
  
  
  Release or Unmark BOM:
  
  If the BOM is marked for release but not yet released, you may need to complete the release process or unmark it.
  Use transaction CS02 to try to change the BOM if allowed.
  If Engineering Change Management is active, use transaction CC02 (Change Engineering Change) to manage the change document and release status.
  
  
  
  Check Change Management:
  
  If ECM is active, ensure you have the appropriate change number and that the BOM is assigned to it.
  Release or reject the change document as per your process to unlock the BOM.
  
  
  
  Authorization:
  
  Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to change or release BOMs.
  Contact your SAP security or basis team if you suspect authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Workflow or Release Strategy:
  
  If a release strategy or workflow is controlling the BOM release, follow the defined process to complete or reverse the release.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transactions:
  
  CS01 – Create BOM
  CS02 – Change BOM
  CS03 – Display BOM
  CC01 – Create Change Number
  CC02 – Change Change Number
  CC03 – Display Change Number
  
  
  
  Tables:
  
  STPO – BOM item data
  STPOZ – BOM item status
  STPOX – BOM item change documents
  
  
  
  Notes:
  
  If you are unsure about the release process, consult your SAP Production or Engineering Change Management team.
  Always ensure that changes to released BOMs follow your company’s change control procedures to avoid inconsistencies in production.
  
  
  
  
  Summary
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Description
  
  
  
  
  Cause
  Attempting to change a BOM that is marked for release or already released (locked).
  
  
  Solution
  Complete or reverse the release process; use change management transactions; check authorizations.
  
  
  Related Info
  BOM transactions (CS01/CS02/CS03), Change Management (CC01/CC02), BOM status and release strategy.
  
  
  
  
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