How To Fix MILL_PC_OB029 - Original batch purity: No original batch assigned

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MILL_PC_OB - Original Batch

• Message number: 029

• Message text: Original batch purity: No original batch assigned

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What causes this issue?

This message is displayed in the following cases:
An original batch is not assigend to the entered batch
The original batch, and not the batch, was entered

System Response

The batch cannot be selected.

How to fix this error?

Original batch purity is required for the production component or for
the sales order/delivery item. Assign an original batch to the
procurement trasaction (production order or purchase order), or select
an appropriate batch using the batch determination function.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MILL_PC_OB029 - Original batch purity: No original batch assigned ?

  The SAP error message MILL_PC_OB029 indicates that there is an issue with the original batch purity in the context of batch management in SAP. Specifically, it means that the system is unable to find an original batch assigned to the material or process you are working with. This can occur in various scenarios, such as during production, goods movement, or when processing batches in the system.
  Cause:
  
  No Original Batch Assigned: The most common cause is that the material or batch you are trying to process does not have an original batch assigned to it. This can happen if the batch was created without linking it to an original batch or if the original batch was deleted or not properly maintained.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the batch management settings that prevent the assignment of original batches.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the master data or batch records that lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Batch Assignment:
  
  Verify if the batch you are working with has an original batch assigned. You can do this by checking the batch details in the batch management screen.
  If there is no original batch assigned, you may need to assign one manually or create a new original batch if applicable.
  
  
  
  Review Batch Management Settings:
  
  Ensure that the batch management settings in your SAP configuration are correctly set up. This includes checking the material master data and ensuring that the batch management is activated for the relevant materials.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Inconsistencies:
  
  If there are inconsistencies in the data, you may need to correct them. This could involve updating the material master, batch records, or related documents to ensure that the original batch is properly linked.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on batch management and handling original batches. This can provide insights into best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide more tailored assistance based on your specific system configuration and business processes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Batch Management in SAP: Understanding how batch management works in SAP can help in troubleshooting issues related to batches. Familiarize yourself with the concepts of original batches, batch characteristics, and batch determination.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MSC2N (Change Batch), MSC3N (Display Batch), and MM02 (Change Material) to manage and review batch data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide specific fixes or patches that address known issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MILL_PC_OB029 error and ensure that your batch processing in SAP runs smoothly.