How To Fix MILL_PC_OB034 - &1: &2 dependent entries exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MILL_PC_OB - Original Batch

• Message number: 034

• Message text: &1: &2 dependent entries exist

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What causes this issue?

Batch &v2& is not reorganized, because it is created as an original
batch. Reorganization only takes place when no batch usage exists for
the assigned batches.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MILL_PC_OB034 - &1: &2 dependent entries exist ?

  The SAP error message MILL_PC_OB034 typically indicates that there are dependent entries that prevent a certain operation from being completed. This error often arises in the context of production planning or material management, particularly when dealing with production orders, bills of materials (BOMs), or routing.
  Cause:
  The error message MILL_PC_OB034 occurs when you attempt to delete or modify a master data object (like a production order or BOM) that has dependent entries. These dependent entries could be:
  
  Existing production orders that reference the material or BOM.
  Dependent components in a BOM that are still in use.
  Routing or work center assignments that are still active.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Dependent Entries: 
  
  Use transaction codes like CO03 (Display Production Order) or CS03 (Display BOM) to check for any existing dependent entries that reference the object you are trying to modify or delete.
  You can also use transaction SE11 to check the database tables for any related entries.
  
  
  
  Review and Adjust:
  
  If there are active production orders, you may need to complete, cancel, or delete those orders before you can modify or delete the master data.
  If there are dependent components in a BOM, ensure that they are not being used in any active production processes.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes:
  
  Use COHV for mass processing of production orders if you need to handle multiple orders at once.
  Use CS02 to change the BOM if you need to make adjustments.
  
  
  
  Check for Lock Entries:
  
  Sometimes, the error can be due to lock entries in the system. You can check for locks using transaction SM12 and release any unnecessary locks.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files for specific details related to the error message and the context in which it occurs.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CO01 (Create Production Order), CS01 (Create BOM), and CR01 (Create Routing).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches that may address this specific error.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform the actions you are attempting, as lack of permissions can also lead to errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.