How To Fix MILL074 - Enter a usage for the remainder

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MILL - Messages in IS Mill Products

• Message number: 074

• Message text: Enter a usage for the remainder

What causes this issue?

The remaining quantity between the sender and receiver items is &V1&.
You have not entered a usage for this remainder.

System Response

The system refuses to post the material document.

How to fix this error?

Choose a usage for the remainder.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MILL074 - Enter a usage for the remainder ?

  The SAP error message MILL074: "Enter a usage for the remainder" typically occurs in the context of production planning or material management, particularly when dealing with the usage of materials in a production order or a similar process. This error indicates that there is a requirement to specify how the remaining quantity of a material should be used or allocated.
  Cause:
  
  Incomplete Data Entry: The user may not have entered a usage or allocation for the remaining quantity of a material in a production order or a similar transaction.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the material master or the production order that prevent the system from determining how to handle the remaining quantity.
  Missing Parameters: Certain parameters or settings related to the material or production process may not be properly defined, leading to the requirement for a usage entry.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Usage: Review the production order or transaction where the error occurred. Ensure that all required fields, especially those related to material usage, are filled out correctly.
  Enter Usage for Remainder: If there is a remaining quantity of material, explicitly enter how that quantity should be used. This could involve specifying a usage type or allocation method.
  Review Configuration: If the issue persists, check the configuration settings for the material and production order. Ensure that all necessary parameters are set up correctly in the material master and production settings.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling material usage in your version of SAP.
  Seek Help from SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CO01 (Create Production Order), CO02 (Change Production Order), or MM02 (Change Material) that may be involved in the process.
  Material Master: Understand the structure of the material master and how it relates to production orders and inventory management.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to production orders and material usage.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the MILL074 error and proceed with your production or material management tasks in SAP.