How To Fix MILL033 - Selection can only be reduced if material is specified

MILL033 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MILL - Messages in IS Mill Products

• Message number: 033

• Message text: Selection can only be reduced if material is specified

What causes this issue?

To reduce the objects to be selected, you need to specify a material.

System Response

Your entry <ZH>plant</> has been reset.

How to fix this error?

If you want to reduce the objects to be selected, you need to specify
plants <ZH>and</> materials.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MILL033 - Selection can only be reduced if material is specified ?

  The SAP error message MILL033 ("Selection can only be reduced if material is specified") typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when working with production planning or material management modules, particularly in the context of production orders or material requirements planning (MRP).
  
  Cause:
  This error message is triggered when a user attempts to execute a selection or filtering operation (such as in a report or transaction) without specifying a material number. The system requires a material number to narrow down the selection criteria, and if it is not provided, the operation cannot be completed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MILL033 error, you should ensure that you specify a material number in the selection criteria before executing the operation. Here are the steps you can take:
  
  
  Check Input Fields: Go back to the selection screen where you encountered the error and ensure that you have entered a valid material number in the appropriate field.
  
  
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