How To Fix MILL_PC143 - No process batches exist for the order

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MILL_PC - Mill: Message Pool for Confirmations

• Message number: 143

• Message text: No process batches exist for the order

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What causes this issue?

The header material of your order is relevant for process batch
management. Therefore, process batches should exist for this order.
However, you have not created any process batches for this order.

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?

If the message is a warning, you can perform final confirmation.
If it is an error message, you must create process batches for this
order. Only then can you perform final confirmation for the order.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MILL_PC143 - No process batches exist for the order ?

  The SAP error message MILL_PC143: No process batches exist for the order typically occurs in the context of production planning and execution, particularly in the process industries. This error indicates that there are no process batches available for the specified production order, which can hinder the ability to execute or manage the order effectively.
  Causes:
  
  
  No Batches Created: The most common reason for this error is that no process batches have been created for the production order. This can happen if the order was not released or if the batch creation process was not executed.
  
  
  Batch Deletion: If batches were created but subsequently deleted or canceled, the system will not find any available batches for the order.
  
  
  Incorrect Order Status: The production order may be in a status that does not allow for batch processing, such as being in a "created" or "blocked" status.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the creation of process batches, such as missing master data or incorrect settings in the production process.
  
  
  Material Availability: If the required materials for the production order are not available, the system may not allow batch creation.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Order Status: Verify the status of the production order. Ensure that it is released and ready for processing.
  
  
  Create Process Batches: If no batches exist, you may need to create them manually. This can typically be done through the transaction code for batch creation (e.g., CO01 for creating process orders).
  
  
  Review Batch Management Settings: Ensure that the batch management settings are correctly configured in the system. Check if the material master data is set up for batch management.
  
  
  Check Material Availability: Ensure that all required materials are available and that there are no stock issues preventing batch creation.
  
  
  Consult Logs and Documentation: Review any logs or documentation related to the production order for additional insights into why batches may not have been created.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP documentation for further troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CO01 (Create Process Order), CO02 (Change Process Order), and CO03 (Display Process Order) to manage production orders effectively.
  Batch Management: Understand the principles of batch management in SAP, including how to set up and manage batches within the system.
  Production Order Lifecycle: Familiarize yourself with the lifecycle of a production order in SAP, including the steps from creation to completion, to better understand where the issue may arise.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the MILL_PC143 error effectively.