How To Fix WM459 - No BOM explosion possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WM - IS-R Assortments

• Message number: 459

• Message text: No BOM explosion possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WM459 - No BOM explosion possible ?

  The SAP error message WM459 "No BOM explosion possible" typically occurs in the context of Warehouse Management (WM) or Production Planning (PP) when the system is unable to explode a Bill of Materials (BOM) for a given material. This can happen for several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue.
  Causes of WM459 Error
  
  
  Missing BOM: The most common reason is that there is no BOM defined for the material in question. If the system cannot find a BOM for the material, it cannot perform the explosion.
  
  
  Incorrect BOM Status: The BOM might exist but could be inactive or not valid for the specific plant or production version you are working with.
  
  
  Material Master Issues: The material master record may not be set up correctly. For example, the material type may not allow for BOMs, or the relevant views may not be maintained.
  
  
  Plant/Storage Location Issues: The BOM may not be assigned to the specific plant or storage location you are trying to use.
  
  
  Versioning Issues: If you are using multiple versions of a BOM, the system may not be able to determine which version to use.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that prevent the BOM from being exploded.
  
  
  Solutions to WM459 Error
  
  
  Check BOM Existence: Verify that a BOM exists for the material in the relevant plant. You can do this using transaction code CS03 (Display BOM).
  
  
  Check BOM Status: Ensure that the BOM is active and valid for the plant and the specific production version you are using.
  
  
  Review Material Master: Check the material master record using transaction code MM03 to ensure that the material is set up correctly and that the relevant views (like MRP and BOM) are maintained.
  
  
  Plant and Storage Location: Confirm that the BOM is assigned to the correct plant and storage location. You can check this in the BOM details.
  
  
  Check for Versioning: If you are using multiple BOM versions, ensure that the correct version is being referenced in your transaction.
  
  
  Configuration Review: If necessary, consult with your SAP configuration team to review the settings related to BOM explosion and ensure they are correctly configured.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional troubleshooting steps specific to your version of SAP.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  CS03: Display BOM
  MM03: Display Material Master
  CS11: Display BOM for a Material
  CS12: Display BOM for a Group of Materials
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to BOM explosion errors.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access BOM data.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the WM459 error and implement the appropriate solution. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.