How To Fix MILL060 - Please enter a batch or an original batch as starting point!

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MILL - Messages in IS Mill Products

• Message number: 060

• Message text: Please enter a batch or an original batch as starting point!

What causes this issue?

You can select either a standard batch <ZH>or</> an original batch as
the starting point.

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?

Enter the material number, the plant, and the batch in the relevant
block only and delete the entries in the other block.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MILL060 - Please enter a batch or an original batch as starting point! ?

  The SAP error message MILL060, which states "Please enter a batch or an original batch as starting point," typically occurs in the context of batch management in SAP, particularly in the production or inventory management modules. This error indicates that the system requires a specific batch number to proceed with a transaction, but none has been provided.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Batch Information: The transaction you are trying to execute requires a batch number, but it has not been entered.
  Batch Management Configuration: The material you are working with may be configured to require batch management, and the system is enforcing this requirement.
  Incorrect Transaction Type: The transaction you are attempting may not be compatible with the current settings or the material type.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked entering the batch number or may have entered it incorrectly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter a Batch Number: Ensure that you enter a valid batch number in the relevant field. If you are unsure of the batch number, you can look it up in the batch management screen or use the batch search functionality.
  Check Material Master Settings: Verify the material master data for the item you are working with. Ensure that it is set up correctly for batch management if it is supposed to be managed by batches.
  Review Transaction Type: Make sure that the transaction you are trying to perform is appropriate for the material and its batch management settings.
  Consult Batch Information: If you are unsure about the available batches, you can use transaction codes like MSC3N (Display Batch) to view existing batches for the material.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the importance of batch management and how to properly enter batch numbers in transactions.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Batch Management in SAP: Understand how batch management works in SAP, including how to create, manage, and use batches in various transactions.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MB1C (Goods Movement), MB31 (Goods Receipt for Production Order), and MIGO (Goods Movement) to understand where batch numbers are required.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on batch management and error handling.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in inventory management or production planning.