How To Fix MILL_PC321 - Enter a batch number

MILL_PC321 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 321

• Message text: Enter a batch number

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What causes this issue?

Exteral rather than internal number assignment is defined for batches
in Customizing. Internal number assignment is not allowed for batches.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Enter a batch number manually.

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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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MILL_PC321 - Enter a batch number ?

  The SAP error message MILL_PC321: "Enter a batch number" typically occurs in the context of production planning or inventory management when a batch number is required but not provided. This error is common in scenarios where batch management is enabled for materials, and the system expects a batch number to be specified for certain transactions.
  
  Cause:
  
  Batch Management Requirement: The material in question is set up for batch management, meaning that it requires a batch number for tracking and inventory purposes.
  Missing Input: The user did not enter a batch number in the relevant field when trying to perform an operation (e.g., goods movement, production order confirmation).
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings for the material or the transaction may require a batch number to be entered, and the system is enforcing this rule.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter a Batch Number: When prompted with the error, ensure that you enter a valid batch number in the designated field. You