How To Fix W_007 - Empties materials are not allowed as BOM header materials

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W_ - Upload CRM -> R3 BOMs / Structured Materials

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Empties materials are not allowed as BOM header materials

What causes this issue?

The header material &V1& has the material type &V2&, which is
identified as an empties material type in the Customizing of the
material types. Empties materials are not allowed in Retail as a BOM
header. Otherwise mulitlevel BOMs could arise, which are not supported
in Retail.

System Response

The BOM cannot be processed.

How to fix this error?

During the product upload of the header product, ensure that a
permitted header material is created in the OLTP System.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W_007 - Empties materials are not allowed as BOM header materials ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  W_007 - Empties materials are not allowed as BOM header materials
  
  Cause:
  This warning occurs when you try to create or use a Bill of Materials (BOM) where the header material is classified as an "empty" material (Empties). In SAP, "empties" typically refer to packaging materials or containers that are not supposed to be used as the main product or assembly in a BOM.
  
  The system restricts the use of empties as BOM header materials because BOM headers are expected to be finished products or assemblies, not packaging or container materials.
  This is a business rule configured in the system to prevent incorrect BOM structuring.
  
  
  Explanation:
  
  BOM Header Material: The main material for which the BOM is created.
  Empty Material: Usually packaging materials like bottles, cans, boxes, pallets, etc., which are not processed or assembled but used for packaging or transport.
  SAP standard practice is to prevent empties from being BOM headers to avoid logical inconsistencies in production or planning.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Type:
  
  Verify if the material you are trying to use as the BOM header is indeed classified as an empty.
  You can check this in the material master (transaction MM03) under the Basic Data or Classification views.
  
  
  
  Use Appropriate Material:
  
  If the material is an empty, do not use it as a BOM header.
  Instead, create the BOM for the actual finished product or assembly material.
  
  
  
  Change Material Type (if applicable):
  
  If the material was incorrectly classified as an empty, you may consider changing its material type or usage.
  This requires careful consideration and usually involves coordination with master data management.
  
  
  
  Override or Customize (not recommended):
  
  In some cases, if business processes require it, the system behavior can be customized via user exits or configuration.
  However, this is generally not recommended as it can lead to inconsistent BOM data.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CS01 - Create BOM
  CS02 - Change BOM
  CS03 - Display BOM
  MM03 - Display Material Master
  
  
  
  Material Types:
  
  Packaging materials are often assigned specific material types like VERP (Packaging Material).
  Finished products usually have material types like FERT or HALB.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes / Documentation:
  
  Check SAP Help Portal or OSS Notes for any updates or specific notes related to BOM and material types.
  Example SAP Note: Sometimes SAP releases notes related to BOM validations and material type restrictions.
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  
  Cause: Trying to assign an empty (packaging) material as a BOM header.
  Solution: Use a non-empty (finished or semi-finished) material as BOM header; verify and correct material master data.
  Impact: Prevents incorrect BOM creation and ensures logical consistency in production and planning.
  
  
  If you need help with a specific scenario or further troubleshooting, feel free to provide more details!