How To Fix MILL_PC206 - Function cannot be carried out because of several PBs

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 206

• Message text: Function cannot be carried out because of several PBs

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What causes this issue?

Several process batches are assigned to the goods receipt line.
However, you can only execute the function @18@ <ZK>Delete goods
receipt line</> in the area of <ZK>Goods receipts</> (screen 8485 Mill:
GR screen) if just one process batch is assigned to the goods receipt
line.

System Response

The system cancels the function.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MILL_PC206 - Function cannot be carried out because of several PBs ?

  The SAP error message MILL_PC206, which states "Function cannot be carried out because of several PBs," typically occurs in the context of production planning or process order management within the SAP system. This error indicates that there are multiple production orders (PBs - Production Batches) that are conflicting or overlapping in a way that prevents the system from executing the requested function.
  Causes:
  
  Multiple Production Orders: There are several production orders that are scheduled for the same resources or time slots, leading to conflicts.
  Resource Constraints: The resources (machines, labor, etc.) required for the production orders are not available due to overlapping schedules.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the production process or the master data may not be set up correctly, leading to conflicts.
  Batch Management Issues: If batch management is enabled, there may be issues with batch determination or selection.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Review Production Orders: Check the production orders that are causing the conflict. You can do this by using transaction codes like CO02 (Change Production Order) or CO03 (Display Production Order) to see the details of the orders.
  Adjust Scheduling: If there are overlapping production orders, consider rescheduling them to avoid conflicts. This can be done in the production order details.
  Resource Availability Check: Ensure that the resources required for the production orders are available. You may need to adjust the capacity planning or resource allocation.
  Batch Determination: If batch management is involved, ensure that the correct batches are being selected and that there are no conflicts in batch availability.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to production planning and order management for additional insights and troubleshooting steps.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CO01 (Create Production Order), CO02 (Change Production Order), and CO03 (Display Production Order).
  Master Data: Ensure that the master data for materials, resources, and production processes is correctly configured.
  Capacity Planning: Review the capacity planning settings in the system to ensure that they align with the production requirements.
  Batch Management: If applicable, understand how batch management works in your SAP environment and ensure that it is configured correctly.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the MILL_PC206 error and implement a solution to resolve it.