How To Fix X4217 - Component &1 for phantom assembly not found in the ECC order

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: X4 - APO Core Interface: Interfaces for Manufacturing Orders

• Message number: 217

• Message text: Component &1 for phantom assembly not found in the ECC order

What causes this issue?

An attempt was made to find component &V1& in the ECC order. The
component could not be found in the ECC order.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Further information:
The component is part of a phantom assembly.
Transferred component: &V1&
Transferred RSPOS: &V4&
Transferred PARENTPOS: &V2&
Error code: &V3&

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message X4217 - Component &1 for phantom assembly not found in the ECC order ?

  The SAP error message X4217 indicates that a phantom assembly component specified in a bill of materials (BOM) cannot be found in the ECC (Enterprise Central Component) order. This typically occurs in scenarios involving production orders or sales orders where phantom assemblies are used.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Phantom Assembly: The phantom assembly component is not defined in the system or is not available in the specified BOM.
  Incorrect BOM: The BOM for the material may not include the phantom assembly, or the BOM may not be correctly assigned to the material.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the material master or BOM settings.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing or incorrect entries in the material master or BOM.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check BOM: Verify that the BOM for the material includes the phantom assembly. You can do this by using transaction code CS03 (Display BOM) to check the components listed in the BOM.
  Create/Update Phantom Assembly: If the phantom assembly is missing, you may need to create it or update the existing BOM to include the phantom assembly. Use transaction code CS01 (Create BOM) or CS02 (Change BOM) as needed.
  Material Master Check: Ensure that the material master for the phantom assembly is correctly set up. Use transaction code MM03 (Display Material) to check the material details.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the phantom assembly and ensure that they are correctly set up in the system.
  Recreate Order: If the order is corrupted or has inconsistencies, consider recreating the order after ensuring that all components are correctly defined.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for additional guidance on phantom assemblies and BOMs.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Phantom Assembly: A phantom assembly is a type of assembly that is not physically stocked but is used in the production process. It is typically used to simplify the BOM structure.
  BOM (Bill of Materials): A BOM is a comprehensive list of materials, components, and assemblies required to manufacture a product.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CS03: Display BOM
  CS01: Create BOM
  CS02: Change BOM
  MM03: Display Material
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to phantom assemblies and BOMs.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in production planning and BOM management.