How To Fix VMP_MSG314 - Select a single node to copy BOM item

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VMP_MSG - VMP Message Manager

• Message number: 314

• Message text: Select a single node to copy BOM item

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VMP_MSG314 - Select a single node to copy BOM item ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  VMP_MSG314: Select a single node to copy BOM item
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when you attempt to copy a Bill of Materials (BOM) item in the SAP Engineering Workbench or BOM maintenance transaction, but you have not selected exactly one node (BOM item) in the BOM structure tree. The system requires you to select a single BOM item node to perform the copy operation. If no node or multiple nodes are selected, the system cannot determine which item to copy, hence the error.
  
  Explanation:
  
  The BOM structure is displayed as a hierarchical tree.
  Copying a BOM item means duplicating a specific component or subassembly.
  The system expects a single node selection to identify the source item.
  Selecting multiple nodes or none leads to ambiguity, triggering the error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Select exactly one BOM item node:
  
  In the BOM structure tree, click on the specific item you want to copy.
  Ensure only one node is highlighted/selected.
  
  
  
  Retry the copy operation:
  
  After selecting a single node, use the copy function again.
  
  
  
  Check for UI issues:
  
  Sometimes, the selection might not register properly due to UI glitches.
  Try re-selecting the node or refreshing the screen.
  
  
  
  Use correct transaction and mode:
  
  Make sure you are in the correct transaction (e.g., CS02 - Change BOM).
  Ensure you are in the right mode that allows copying BOM items.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  This message is part of the standard SAP message class VMP related to Logistics - Production.
  The error helps maintain data integrity by preventing ambiguous copy operations.
  If you frequently need to copy multiple BOM items, consider using mass change tools or custom programs instead of manual copy.
  For complex BOM manipulations, SAP provides functions like BOM Explosion and BOM Comparison which might be more appropriate.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Error
  VMP_MSG314: Select a single node to copy BOM item
  
  
  Cause
  No node or multiple nodes selected when copying BOM item
  
  
  Solution
  Select exactly one BOM item node before copying
  
  
  Related Transactions
  CS01 (Create BOM), CS02 (Change BOM), CS03 (Display BOM)
  
  
  Notes
  Ensures unambiguous copy operation, prevents data errors
  
  
  
  
  If the problem persists despite selecting a single node, check for user authorizations or SAP notes related to your SAP version.