C2147 - BOM alternative & for material & is not valid on &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C2 - Other messages production orders

• Message number: 147

• Message text: BOM alternative & for material & is not valid on &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C2147 - BOM alternative & for material & is not valid on & ?

  The SAP error message C2147 typically indicates that there is an issue with the Bill of Materials (BOM) alternative for a specific material. This error can occur in various scenarios, such as when trying to create or modify a BOM, or when performing operations that involve BOMs.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid BOM Alternative: The specified BOM alternative does not exist for the material in question.
  Inactive BOM: The BOM alternative may be inactive or not valid for the specified plant or date.
  Incorrect Material Number: The material number provided may be incorrect or not properly defined in the system.
  Plant-Specific Issues: The BOM alternative may not be assigned to the plant you are working with.
  Date Validity: The BOM alternative may not be valid for the date you are trying to use it.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check BOM Alternatives: Verify that the BOM alternative exists for the specified material. You can do this by navigating to the BOM transaction (CS02 or CS03) and checking the alternatives for the material.
  Activate BOM: If the BOM alternative is inactive, you may need to activate it or create a new one.
  Verify Material Number: Ensure that the material number is correct and that it is defined in the system.
  Check Plant Assignment: Make sure that the BOM alternative is assigned to the correct plant. You can check this in the BOM details.
  Review Validity Dates: Check the validity dates of the BOM alternative to ensure it is valid for the date you are working with.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the configuration or setup, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP administrator.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like CS01 (Create BOM), CS02 (Change BOM), and CS03 (Display BOM) to manage BOMs.
  BOM Status: Check the status of the BOM in the system to ensure it is active and valid.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to BOMs and alternatives.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view or modify BOMs in the system.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these aspects, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for further assistance.