How To Fix MILL_OC057 - Order & is a combined order

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MILL_OC - Messages for order combination

• Message number: 057

• Message text: Order & is a combined order

What causes this issue?

You tried to perform an action that is not allowed in order
combination, such as the reading of master data or the posting of goods
receipts.

System Response

The system terminates the operation.

How to fix this error?

Contact your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

Contact the SAP Support Line.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MILL_OC057 - Order & is a combined order ?

  The SAP error message MILL_OC057 indicates that the order you are trying to process is a combined order. This typically occurs in the context of production planning and order management within the SAP system, particularly in the manufacturing module.
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to perform an operation that is not allowed on a combined order. A combined order in SAP is one that consolidates multiple production orders into a single order for efficiency in production processes. This can happen in scenarios such as:
  
  Trying to release, confirm, or change a combined order in a way that is not permitted.
  Attempting to perform operations that are only valid for single orders rather than combined orders.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MILL_OC057 error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Order Type: Verify if the order you are working with is indeed a combined order. You can do this by checking the order details in the SAP system.
  
  
  Review Operations: Ensure that the operation you are trying to perform is valid for combined orders. Some operations may need to be executed at the individual order level rather than the combined order level.
  
  
  Split the Order: If you need to perform an operation that is not allowed on a combined order, you may need to split the combined order into its individual components. This can usually be done through the order management functions in SAP.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources specific to your version of SAP for detailed instructions on handling combined orders.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide guidance based on your specific configuration and business processes.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CO02 (Change Production Order), CO03 (Display Production Order), and COHV (Mass Processing of Production Orders) to manage orders effectively.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to the error message for patches or updates that may address known issues.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users involved in production planning and order management are trained on the handling of combined orders and the specific processes in your SAP environment.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the MILL_OC057 error and continue with your production planning activities.