How To Fix VMP_MSG327 - You cannot perform this action as the BOM has viewables.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VMP_MSG - VMP Message Manager

• Message number: 327

• Message text: You cannot perform this action as the BOM has viewables.

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  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message VMP_MSG327: "You cannot perform this action as the BOM has viewables."
  
  Error Message
  VMP_MSG327:
  
  You cannot perform this action as the BOM has viewables.
  
  Cause
  This error occurs when you try to perform an action on a Bill of Materials (BOM) that is not allowed because the BOM contains viewable items (also called phantom items or viewables). 
  Viewables in SAP BOM terminology are components that are not physically assembled but are included in the BOM for informational or structural purposes. They are often used to represent sub-assemblies or logical groupings without creating a separate production order for them.
  Common scenarios causing this error:
  
  Attempting to delete or change a BOM header or component when the BOM contains viewable items.
  Trying to perform certain operations (like copying, deleting, or changing BOM status) that are restricted if viewables exist in the BOM.
  The system restricts these actions to maintain data integrity because viewables affect the BOM structure and how it is processed in production or costing.
  
  
  Solution
  To resolve this error, you need to handle the viewable items in the BOM appropriately:
  
  
  Check for Viewable Items in the BOM:
  
  Use transaction CS03 (Display BOM) or CS02 (Change BOM) to review the BOM components.
  Identify which components are marked as viewables (these are usually indicated by a special item category, e.g., L for "phantom item" or viewable).
  
  
  
  Remove or Change Viewable Items:
  
  If your business process allows, remove the viewable items from the BOM.
  Alternatively, change the item category of the viewable components to a standard item category if appropriate.
  
  
  
  Perform the Desired Action After Adjusting Viewables:
  
  Once the BOM no longer contains viewables, retry the action that caused the error.
  
  
  
  If Viewables Are Required:
  
  Review whether the action you are trying to perform is valid for BOMs with viewables.
  Consult with your SAP BOM or production planning team to understand if the process needs adjustment or if a different approach is required.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information
  
  
  Viewables / Phantom Items:
  
  These are used to simplify BOM structures and production processes. They do not represent physical parts but logical groupings.
  
  
  Item Category:
  
  The item category in the BOM determines how the component behaves. For example:
  
  L = Phantom item (viewable)
  N = Stock item
  D = Document item
  
  
  
  Related Transactions:
  
  CS01 - Create BOM
  CS02 - Change BOM
  CS03 - Display BOM
  CS15 - Where-used list for BOM components
  
  
  
  SAP Notes / Documentation:
  
  Check SAP Notes related to BOM and phantom items for any system-specific fixes or updates.
  Review SAP Help Portal documentation on BOM item categories and their impact on BOM processing.
  
  
  
  
  Summary
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Cause
  Action blocked because BOM contains viewable (phantom) items.
  
  
  Solution
  Remove or change viewable items in BOM before performing the action.
  
  
  Info
  Viewables are logical components that affect BOM structure and processing.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact action you were trying to perform (e.g., delete BOM, change BOM status), I can give more tailored advice.