How To Fix MM327 - There are still production orders for the material

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 327

• Message text: There are still production orders for the material

What causes this issue?

You wanted to change the valuation class. However, the material still
has production orders for which a goods movement has already taken
place. This can result in inconsistencies if the production orders are
processed further.
<ZH>Note</>
This message or the setting in Customizing for this message (see below)
is also relevant if the
<DS:GLOS.3526C022AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>material type</> of a
material is changed and if the new material type requires another
valuation class to be assigned.

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?

Set the status of these production orders to deleted.

Procedure for System Administrators

In Customizing for the <LS>Material Master</>, you can define that this
message appears only as a warning. You do this in
<DS:SIMG.SIMG_CFMENUOLMSOMT4>Define Attributes of System Messages</>.
However, first ensure organizationally that further processing of the
production orders cannot result in inconsistencies.
Due to the importance of this message, it still appears as a warning
even if you assign the message type <LS>No message</> to it.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM327 - There are still production orders for the material ?

  The SAP error message MM327 ("There are still production orders for the material") typically occurs when you attempt to perform a material master data change or deletion for a material that is still associated with open production orders. This is a safeguard in SAP to prevent inconsistencies in production planning and execution.
  Cause:
  The error arises because the material you are trying to modify or delete is still linked to one or more production orders that are either in process or not yet completed. This ensures that any changes to the material do not disrupt ongoing production activities.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Open Production Orders:
  
  Use transaction code CO03 to display the production orders associated with the material. You can enter the material number and check for any open orders.
  
  
  
  Complete or Close Production Orders:
  
  If the production orders are no longer needed, you can complete or close them. This can be done using transaction code CO15 (for confirmation) or COHV (for mass processing).
  
  
  
  Change Production Orders:
  
  If the production orders need to be modified, you can do so in transaction code CO02. Make sure to adjust any relevant details before proceeding.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependent Objects:
  
  Ensure that there are no other dependent objects (like planned orders or purchase orders) that might be linked to the material. You can check planned orders using transaction code MD04.
  
  
  
  Consult with Production Planning:
  
  If you are unsure about the status of production orders or the implications of closing them, consult with your production planning team to ensure that you are not disrupting any critical processes.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Code MM02:
  
  Once all relevant production orders are completed or closed, you can return to transaction code MM02 to make the necessary changes to the material master.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CO03: Display Production Order
  CO02: Change Production Order
  CO15: Confirm Production Order
  MD04: Stock/Requirements List
  MM02: Change Material Master
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional insights or updates regarding this error message.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on material master data management and production order processing.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MM327 error and proceed with your material master data changes.