How To Fix MM065 - Production orders already exist for the material

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MM - Messages for material master maintenance and Customizing

• Message number: 065

• Message text: Production orders already exist for the material

What causes this issue?

You have changed the <LS>Batch management</> indicator, although
<DS:GLOS.production_order>production orders</> already exist for the
material.

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?

View the existing production orders for the material to make sure that
this does not cause problems.

How can this happen?

If a production order exists for the material, and if a batch is
specified in the production order, it is inconsistent to cancel the
<LS>Batch management</> indicator.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM065 - Production orders already exist for the material ?

  The SAP error message MM065 ("Production orders already exist for the material") typically occurs when you attempt to create a new production order for a material that already has existing production orders. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when trying to create a new order for a material that is already in production or when there are pending production orders that have not yet been completed.
  Cause:
  
  Existing Production Orders: The primary cause of this error is that there are already active or open production orders for the specified material.
  Order Status: The existing production orders may be in various statuses (e.g., created, released, or in process) that prevent the creation of new orders.
  Material Master Settings: Certain settings in the material master or production planning configuration may restrict the creation of new orders if there are existing ones.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MM065 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Production Orders:
  
  Use transaction code CO03 to display existing production orders for the material in question. Review their status and details.
  If the existing orders are still valid and needed, you may need to complete or close them before creating new orders.
  
  
  
  Change Order Status:
  
  If the existing production orders are no longer needed, you can consider deleting or closing them (if allowed) using transaction code CO02 (Change Production Order) or COHV (Mass Processing of Production Orders).
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Check the material master data for any settings that might restrict the creation of new production orders. This can be done using transaction code MM03.
  
  
  
  Consult with Production Planning Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the existing production orders or their statuses, consult with your production planning or operations team to understand the implications of closing or modifying existing orders.
  
  
  
  System Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists and is related to system configuration, you may need to involve your SAP Basis or technical team to check for any customizations or settings that could be causing this restriction.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CO03: Display Production Order
  CO02: Change Production Order
  MM03: Display Material Master
  COHV: Mass Processing of Production Orders
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to production order management and material master settings for further insights.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the MM065 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.