How To Fix MILL_OC073 - Order & has no material number

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MILL_OC - Messages for order combination

• Message number: 073

• Message text: Order & has no material number

What causes this issue?

You tried to select an order without material number for order
combination. However, production orders can only be combined with a
material.

System Response

The system terminates the operation.

How to fix this error?

Remove the order without a material number from the selection.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MILL_OC073 - Order & has no material number ?

  The SAP error message MILL_OC073 indicates that an order does not have an associated material number. This can occur in various contexts, such as production orders, process orders, or maintenance orders, where a material number is expected but is missing.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Material Assignment: The order was created without specifying a material number.
  Incorrect Order Type: The order type may not be configured to require a material number.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been an oversight during the order creation process.
  Configuration Issues: The system configuration may not be set up correctly to handle the specific order type or process.
  Master Data Issues: The material master data may not be properly maintained or may be inactive.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Order Details: Review the order in question to ensure that a material number is assigned. If it is missing, you may need to edit the order to include the correct material number.
  Review Order Type Configuration: Ensure that the order type being used is configured to require a material number. This can be checked in the configuration settings of the SAP system.
  Correct Data Entry: If the order was created incorrectly, you may need to delete and recreate the order with the correct material number.
  Consult Master Data: Verify that the material number exists in the material master and is active. If it is inactive or not created, you will need to create or activate it.
  Check User Authorizations: Ensure that the user creating the order has the necessary authorizations to assign materials to orders.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or updates that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like CO01 (Create Production Order), CO02 (Change Production Order), or CO03 (Display Production Order) to manage orders.
  Material Master: Use transaction code MM03 to display material master data and ensure that the material is correctly set up.
  Order Type Configuration: The configuration for order types can be found in the SAP IMG under Production -> Shop Floor Control -> Order Types.
  SAP Help Portal: For more detailed information, you can refer to the SAP Help Portal or the SAP Community for discussions related to this error.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further investigation.