How To Fix MILL_UA023 - The system could not determine the equivalence number

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MILL_UA - Messages for Breakdown Order

• Message number: 023

• Message text: The system could not determine the equivalence number

What causes this issue?

An error occurred when the equivalency number was determined. The value
determined is smaller than '1'.

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?

Maintain the equivalency number manually.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MILL_UA023 - The system could not determine the equivalence number ?

  The SAP error message MILL_UA023, which states "The system could not determine the equivalence number," typically occurs in the context of production planning or material management, particularly in the milling industry or when dealing with production orders and equivalence numbers.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The equivalence number may not be defined for the material or the production process you are trying to execute. This can happen if the material master data is incomplete or not properly configured.
  Configuration Issues: The settings in the configuration for equivalence numbers may not be correctly set up in the system.
  Master Data Issues: The material master or routing may not have the necessary information related to equivalence numbers.
  Transaction Context: The error may arise in specific transactions where equivalence numbers are required but not available due to the context of the transaction.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Master: Ensure that the material master data for the relevant material includes the equivalence number. You can do this by navigating to the material master record and checking the relevant views.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for equivalence numbers in the SAP system. This may involve looking at the customizing settings in SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) under the relevant modules (like Production Planning or Material Management).
  Update Routing: If the error occurs during production order creation, ensure that the routing for the production process includes the necessary equivalence number information.
  Transaction Context: Verify that you are using the correct transaction and that all required fields are filled out correctly. Sometimes, the error can be resolved by simply re-entering the data or using a different transaction code.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific guidance on equivalence numbers and their configuration.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide specific fixes or workarounds.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed. Other users may have encountered the same error and can provide insights or solutions.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM02 (Change Material), CO01 (Create Production Order), and others that may be related to the context in which the error occurs.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to involve your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP configuration and troubleshooting.