How To Fix MILL_OC128 - Adjust original quantities to match confirmed total quantity

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MILL_OC - Messages for order combination

• Message number: 128

• Message text: Adjust original quantities to match confirmed total quantity

What causes this issue?

The confirmed total quantity does not correspond to the sum of the
quantities that you specified in the quantity distribution for the
individual <DS:GLOS.481A688BFC5D5242BCE6084C706D7BDC>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?

Correct the confirmed quantities by
adjusting the quantities for the individual original orders in a new
quantity distribution
For this, choose @8B@ <ZK>quantity distribution</>.
Change the confirmed total quantity

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MILL_OC128 - Adjust original quantities to match confirmed total quantity ?

  The SAP error message MILL_OC128, which states "Adjust original quantities to match confirmed total quantity," typically occurs in the context of production orders or process orders in the SAP system, particularly in the manufacturing or mill industries. This error indicates a discrepancy between the original quantities specified in the order and the quantities that have been confirmed during the production process.
  Cause:
  
  
  Quantity Mismatch: The most common cause of this error is that the total quantity confirmed in the production order does not match the original quantity specified in the order. This can happen if:
  
  The production process was altered, leading to a different output than planned.
  There were issues during production that caused the actual output to differ from the expected output.
  Manual adjustments were made to the order quantities without corresponding updates to the confirmations.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Confirmation Entries: If the user enters confirmation data incorrectly, such as entering a quantity that exceeds or is less than the original order quantity, this error can occur.
  
  
  System Configuration Issues: Sometimes, configuration settings in the SAP system related to production order management may lead to this error if they are not set up correctly.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MILL_OC128 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review Production Order: Check the production order to verify the original quantities and the confirmed quantities. Ensure that they match.
  
  
  Adjust Confirmed Quantities: If the confirmed quantity is incorrect, you may need to adjust it to match the original quantity. This can be done through the confirmation transaction (e.g., CO11N for single confirmations or CO15 for collective confirmations).
  
  
  Adjust Original Quantities: If the production process has legitimately changed the output, you may need to adjust the original order quantities to reflect the actual production. This can be done by changing the order quantity in the production order.
  
  
  Check for Errors in Confirmation: Ensure that there are no errors in the confirmation entries. If there are discrepancies, correct them.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or your organization's SAP support team for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your configuration or business processes.
  
  
  System Configuration Review: If this error occurs frequently, it may be worth reviewing the system configuration related to production orders and confirmations to ensure that it aligns with your business processes.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CO11N (Enter Production Order Confirmation), CO15 (Collective Confirmation), and CO02 (Change Production Order).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message in the SAP Support Portal, as there may be patches or updates that address specific issues.
  User Training: Ensure that users involved in production confirmations are adequately trained to avoid common mistakes that lead to this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MILL_OC128 error and ensure that your production order quantities are accurately reflected in the SAP system.