How To Fix MILL_OC064 - Please select an original operation for combined operation &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MILL_OC - Messages for order combination

• Message number: 064

• Message text: Please select an original operation for combined operation &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MILL_OC064 - Please select an original operation for combined operation & ?

  The SAP error message MILL_OC064 typically occurs in the context of production planning and control, particularly when dealing with combined operations in the manufacturing process. This error indicates that the system requires you to select an original operation for a combined operation, which is necessary for the system to process the production order correctly.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  You are trying to perform an action (like confirming or processing a production order) that involves a combined operation, but the system cannot identify the original operation associated with it.
  The original operation may not have been defined or linked correctly in the routing or production order.
  There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the operations in the routing or the production order.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MILL_OC064 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Routing:
  
  Go to the routing associated with the production order and ensure that the original operations are correctly defined.
  Verify that the combined operation is linked to the correct original operations.
  
  
  
  Review the Production Order:
  
  Open the production order that is causing the error and check the operations listed.
  Ensure that the original operation is selected and that it is valid for the combined operation.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Combined Operation:
  
  If necessary, adjust the combined operation settings to ensure that it references the correct original operation.
  You may need to split the combined operation into its original operations if the system requires it.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Consistency:
  
  Run consistency checks on the routing and production order data to identify any discrepancies.
  Use transaction codes like CO02 (Change Production Order) or CA03 (Display Routing) to review and modify the relevant data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling combined operations and routing issues.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CO02: Change Production Order
  CA03: Display Routing
  C223: Maintain Operation/Activity Type
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Training Materials: Review training materials related to production planning and control in SAP to better understand how combined operations work.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the MILL_OC064 error in your SAP system.