How To Fix VMP_MSG337 - Cannot load BOM; BOM or text item already exists in Target panel

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VMP_MSG - VMP Message Manager

• Message number: 337

• Message text: Cannot load BOM; BOM or text item already exists in Target panel

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VMP_MSG337 - Cannot load BOM; BOM or text item already exists in Target panel ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  VMP_MSG337: Cannot load BOM; BOM or text item already exists in Target panel
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when you try to load or copy a Bill of Materials (BOM) into a target panel (e.g., a routing or production version) where a BOM or a BOM text item with the same identifier already exists. Essentially, the system prevents duplication of BOM or BOM text entries in the target because it detects that the item you are trying to load is already present.
  Common scenarios causing this error include:
  
  Attempting to copy a BOM to a routing or production version that already contains the same BOM or BOM text.
  Trying to load a BOM into a panel where the BOM or its text has not been deleted or cleared from a previous operation.
  Data inconsistencies or incomplete deletion of BOM entries in the target panel.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing BOM/Text in Target Panel:
  
  Verify if the BOM or BOM text item you are trying to load already exists in the target panel.
  Use transaction codes like CS03 (Display BOM) or CA03 (Display Routing) to check the current BOM and routing data.
  
  
  
  Delete or Remove Existing BOM/Text:
  
  If the BOM or BOM text exists and is no longer needed, delete it from the target panel before loading the new BOM.
  Use CS02 (Change BOM) or appropriate transactions to remove the existing BOM or text items.
  
  
  
  Use Different Target Panel or Version:
  
  If deletion is not an option, consider loading the BOM into a different target panel or production version that does not have the conflicting BOM/text.
  
  
  
  Check for Text Item Conflicts:
  
  Sometimes, the conflict is due to BOM text items rather than the BOM itself.
  Ensure that BOM texts are not duplicated in the target panel.
  
  
  
  Clear Cache or Refresh Data:
  
  In some cases, inconsistencies may be due to caching or incomplete data refresh.
  Try refreshing the data or restarting the session.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes or Support:
  
  If the problem persists, check SAP Notes for any known bugs or patches related to BOM loading.
  Contact SAP support with detailed logs if necessary.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CS01 - Create BOM
  CS02 - Change BOM
  CS03 - Display BOM
  CA01 - Create Routing
  CA02 - Change Routing
  CA03 - Display Routing
  
  
  
  SAP Modules Involved:
  
  Production Planning (PP)
  Materials Management (MM)
  
  
  
  Typical Use Case:
  
  When copying or loading BOMs into routings or production versions during master data setup or changes.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Service Marketplace for notes related to VMP_MSG337 or BOM loading issues.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide more context (e.g., transaction used, process step), I can help tailor the solution further.