How To Fix MILL_MM_OB006 - An original batch already exists for the combined order

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MILL_MM_OB - Original Batch

• Message number: 006

• Message text: An original batch already exists for the combined order

What causes this issue?

You want to include an order in a combined order. Both orders are
already assigned to original batches.
You cannot include the order in the combined order because you can
assign original batches either only to the combined order or only to the
original orders.

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?

To add the order to the combined order, delete either the assignment of
the original batch to the combined order or to the original order.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MILL_MM_OB006 - An original batch already exists for the combined order ?

  The SAP error message MILL_MM_OB006 indicates that there is an issue related to batch management in the context of combined orders in the SAP system. Specifically, this error occurs when you attempt to create or process a combined order for a material that already has an original batch associated with it. 
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to the following reasons:
  
  Existing Original Batch: The material you are trying to process has an original batch that is already assigned to a different order or process.
  Batch Management Settings: The batch management settings for the material may not be configured correctly, leading to conflicts when trying to combine orders.
  Order Type Restrictions: Certain order types may have restrictions on how batches can be combined or processed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Batches:
  
  Use transaction code MSC3N (Display Batch) to check if there is an existing original batch for the material in question.
  If an original batch exists, determine if it can be used for the new order or if it needs to be released or processed first.
  
  
  
  Review Batch Management Settings:
  
  Ensure that the batch management settings for the material are correctly configured. This includes checking the material master data (transaction code MM03) to see if batch management is activated and how it is set up.
  
  
  
  Adjust Order Processing:
  
  If the original batch is tied to another order, you may need to complete or cancel that order before proceeding with the new combined order.
  Alternatively, consider creating a new batch if the business process allows for it.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to batch management and combined orders for any specific guidelines or restrictions that may apply to your scenario.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration or version.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Batch Management: Understand how batch management works in SAP, including the lifecycle of batches and how they are assigned to orders.
  Order Types: Familiarize yourself with the different order types in your SAP system and their specific rules regarding batch processing.
  Transaction Codes: Useful transaction codes include:
  
  MM03: Display Material
  MSC3N: Display Batch
  CO02: Change Production Order
  COHV: Mass Processing of Production Orders
  
  
  
  By following these steps and understanding the underlying causes, you should be able to resolve the MILL_MM_OB006 error effectively.