How To Fix VBOB_MM_OB008 - Original batch is not permitted for material &1 &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VBOB_MM_OB - Original Batch

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Original batch is not permitted for material &1 &2

What causes this issue?

You have tried to create an original batch for a production order or a
purchase order item.
The material master does not allow you to create original batches for
the header material of the production order or the material in the
purchase order item.

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 'Original Batch' indicator in the material master.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VBOB_MM_OB008 - Original batch is not permitted for material &1 &2 ?

  The SAP error message VBOB_MM_OB008, which states "Original batch is not permitted for material &1 &2," typically occurs in the context of batch management in SAP. This error indicates that the original batch of a material is not allowed for the specified material number and plant combination. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Batch Status: The original batch may have a status that prevents it from being used. For example, it could be blocked, expired, or marked for deletion.
  Batch Management Settings: The material may not be configured to allow the use of the original batch in certain transactions or processes.
  Batch Determination: The system may be trying to determine a batch that does not meet the criteria set in the batch determination procedure.
  Material Master Data: The material master data may not be set up correctly for batch management, or the batch may not be assigned to the correct storage location or plant.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Batch Status: 
  
  Go to the batch management transaction (e.g., MSC3N) and check the status of the original batch. Ensure it is not blocked or expired.
  If the batch is blocked, you may need to change its status to allow usage.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Check the material master record (transaction MM03) for the material in question. Ensure that batch management is activated and that the settings are correct for the relevant plant and storage location.
  Verify that the batch is assigned to the correct storage location and plant.
  
  
  
  Batch Determination Configuration:
  
  Review the batch determination strategy in the configuration (transaction SPRO). Ensure that the strategy allows for the selection of the original batch.
  Check if there are any specific criteria that might be excluding the original batch from being selected.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance. They may provide insights based on system logs or specific configurations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Batch Management: Understand the principles of batch management in SAP, including how batches are created, managed, and utilized in various processes.
  Material Master Data: Familiarize yourself with the fields and settings in the material master that pertain to batch management.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material
  MSC3N: Display Batch
  SPRO: Customizing (to access configuration settings)
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.