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How To Fix VMP_MSG353 - You cannot create Planning Versioned BOM for Non Unitized Material


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  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: VMP_MSG - VMP Message Manager

  • Message number: 353

  • Message text: You cannot create Planning Versioned BOM for Non Unitized Material

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VMP_MSG353 - You cannot create Planning Versioned BOM for Non Unitized Material ?

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    SAP Error Message:

    VMP_MSG353: You cannot create Planning Versioned BOM for Non Unitized Material


    Cause:

    This error occurs because the system is trying to create a Planning Versioned Bill of Materials (BOM) for a material that is not unitized. In SAP, Planning Versioned BOMs are only allowed for unitized materials. A unitized material is typically a material that is handled or planned in units (e.g., pallets, containers) rather than individual pieces.

    • The material master for the material in question is not flagged as unitized.
    • The system enforces this restriction to ensure consistency in planning and BOM management.

    Explanation:

    • Planning Versioned BOMs are used in production planning and version management scenarios.
    • Unitized materials have special handling characteristics and are planned differently.
    • Non-unitized materials do not support planning versioned BOMs because their planning and BOM structure are managed differently.

    Solution:

    1. Check the Material Master:

      • Go to transaction MM03 (Display Material).
      • Check the Unit of Measure and Unitization settings.
      • Verify if the material is flagged as unitized.
    2. Set the Material as Unitized (if appropriate):

      • If the material should be unitized, update the material master accordingly.
      • Use transaction MM02 (Change Material).
      • Navigate to the Basic Data or relevant view where unitization is defined.
      • Set the material as unitized.
    3. Use a Different BOM Type:

      • If the material is correctly non-unitized, do not create a Planning Versioned BOM.
      • Instead, create a standard BOM or a BOM type that supports non-unitized materials.
    4. Review Business Process:

      • Confirm with business users whether the material should be unitized.
      • If not, adjust the planning and BOM creation process to avoid using Planning Versioned BOMs for this material.

    Related Information:

    • Unitized Material: A material that is planned and handled in units (e.g., boxes, pallets).
    • Planning Versioned BOM: A BOM version used specifically for planning purposes, often linked to unitized materials.
    • Transactions:
      • MM03 - Display Material
      • MM02 - Change Material
      • CS01 - Create BOM
      • CS02 - Change BOM
    • SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to BOM and unitization for any updates or patches.
    • Configuration: Unitization settings may also be influenced by configuration in Logistics - General or Production Planning modules.

    If you need further assistance, please provide the material number and the exact steps you are performing when the error occurs.

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