How To Fix VSCE452 - BOM item &2 in &1: object type not supported

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VSCE - Messages for SCE

• Message number: 452

• Message text: BOM item &2 in &1: object type not supported

What causes this issue?

The bill of material item specified has an object type which the IPC
does not recognize.
In the IPC you can only process bill of material items with the
following object types:
Material
Class

System Response

The item is not copied into the knowledge base.

How to fix this error?

Check whether you can configure the bill of material meaningfully
without the item specified.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VSCE452 - BOM item &2 in &1: object type not supported ?

  The SAP error message VSCE452 indicates that there is an issue with a Bill of Materials (BOM) item in the system. Specifically, the message states that the object type for the BOM item is not supported. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when trying to create, change, or display a BOM.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  Unsupported Object Type: The BOM item you are trying to work with may be of an object type that is not supported in the context you are using it. For example, certain object types may not be allowed in specific BOM categories or configurations.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that restrict the use of certain object types in BOMs.
  
  
  Data Integrity Issues: The BOM item may have been incorrectly defined or may reference an object that is not valid or does not exist in the system.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the specific object type.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the VSCE452 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Object Type: Verify the object type of the BOM item you are trying to work with. Ensure that it is a valid and supported type for the BOM you are working on.
  
  
  Review BOM Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to BOMs in your SAP system. Ensure that the object type you are using is allowed in the BOM category you are working with.
  
  
  Validate Data: Ensure that the BOM item is correctly defined and that all referenced objects exist and are valid. You may need to check the master data for the materials involved.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to work with the specific object type. If not, contact your system administrator to obtain the required permissions.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more information on supported object types in BOMs and any specific configuration settings that may apply.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CS01 (Create BOM), CS02 (Change BOM), and CS03 (Display BOM) to manage BOMs effectively.
  BOM Types: Understand the different types of BOMs (e.g., single-level, multi-level, variant BOMs) and their specific requirements.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.