M_OBOM_WB_GNRL024 - Component &1 occurs multiple times in the structure; cannot import

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M_OBOM_WB_GNRL - OEWB: allgemeine Fehlermeldungen

• Message number: 024

• Message text: Component &1 occurs multiple times in the structure; cannot import

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M_OBOM_WB_GNRL024 - Component &1 occurs multiple times in the structure; cannot import ?

  The SAP error message M_OBOM_WB_GNRL024 indicates that a component (material) is being referenced multiple times in a Bill of Materials (BOM) structure, which is not allowed in certain contexts. This error typically arises when you are trying to import or create a BOM that has duplicate components.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entries: The most common cause of this error is that the same component (material) is listed more than once in the BOM structure.
  Incorrect Data Entry: During the creation or import of the BOM, the data may have been incorrectly entered or formatted, leading to duplicates.
  Data Migration Issues: If you are migrating data from another system or from a previous version of SAP, there may be issues with how the data was structured or exported.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check BOM Structure: Review the BOM structure in the SAP system to identify any duplicate components. You can do this by navigating to the BOM transaction (e.g., CS03 for display) and checking the components listed.
  Remove Duplicates: If duplicates are found, remove the extra entries so that each component appears only once in the BOM.
  Data Validation: If you are importing data, ensure that the data file does not contain duplicate entries for the same component. You may need to preprocess the data to eliminate duplicates before importing.
  Use Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like CS01 (Create BOM), CS02 (Change BOM), or CS03 (Display BOM) to manage BOM entries and ensure that the structure is correct.
  Check for Dependencies: If the BOM is part of a larger structure or has dependencies, ensure that these are also checked for duplicates.
  
  Related Information:
  
  BOM Types: Understand the different types of BOMs (e.g., single-level, multi-level) and how they are structured in SAP.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on BOM management and error handling.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for BOM management, such as:
  
  CS01: Create BOM
  CS02: Change BOM
  CS03: Display BOM
  CS11: Display BOM for a material
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to BOM handling that may address this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the M_OBOM_WB_GNRL024 error and successfully manage your BOM structures in SAP.