How To Fix VBOB_MM_OB003 - Inheritance: Original batch must exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VBOB_MM_OB - Original Batch

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Inheritance: Original batch must exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VBOB_MM_OB003 - Inheritance: Original batch must exist ?

  The SAP error message VBOB_MM_OB003, which states "Inheritance: Original batch must exist," typically occurs in the context of batch management in SAP, particularly when dealing with batch determination and batch-related processes in materials management (MM).
  
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when you are trying to create a new batch that is supposed to inherit characteristics from an original batch, but the system cannot find the original batch. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Batch Not Created: The original batch that you are trying to reference does not exist in the system.
  Batch Deletion: The original batch may have been deleted or marked for deletion.
  Incorrect Batch Number: The batch number you are trying to use may be incorrect or mistyped.
  Batch Status: The original batch may be in a status that does not allow it to be used for inheritance (e.g., it may be blocked or inactive).
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration