How To Fix VBOB_MM_OB017 - Order &1/&2 is assigned to original batch &3 &4 (see long text)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VBOB_MM_OB - Original Batch

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Order &1/&2 is assigned to original batch &3 &4 (see long text)

What causes this issue?

The order item you entered contains the number of an inventory-managed
batch. There is already a goods receipt for this batch from another
order for which an original batch has also been created.

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?

Check whether you really need to create several original batches for
the same batch.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VBOB_MM_OB017 - Order &1/&2 is assigned to original batch &3 &4 (see long text) ?

  The SAP error message VBOB_MM_OB017 indicates that there is an issue related to the assignment of a batch to an order. Specifically, it means that the order you are trying to process is already assigned to a specific original batch, and this assignment is causing a conflict.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises in the following scenarios:
  
  Batch Assignment Conflict: The order you are trying to work with is already linked to a specific batch, and you may be attempting to assign it to a different batch or modify it in a way that conflicts with the existing assignment.
  Incorrect Batch Management Settings: The system settings for batch management may not be configured correctly, leading to issues when trying to assign or reassign batches.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the order or batch, such as missing or incorrect information.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the VBOB_MM_OB017 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Batch Assignment:
  
  Review the order details to confirm which batch is currently assigned. You can do this by navigating to the order in question and checking the batch assignment in the relevant tab (e.g., the "Components" or "Batch" tab).
  If you need to change the batch, ensure that the order is not locked or in a status that prevents changes.
  
  
  
  Review Batch Management Settings:
  
  Ensure that the batch management settings in your SAP system are configured correctly. This includes checking the material master data for the relevant material to ensure that batch management is enabled and set up properly.
  
  
  
  Consult Long Text:
  
  The error message suggests checking the long text for additional details. You can do this by clicking on the message or using the transaction code SE91 to look up the message and read the long text for more context.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Integrity:
  
  Verify that there are no inconsistencies in the data related to the order or batch. This may involve checking for any missing information or discrepancies in the batch records.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for further assistance. They may have additional insights or solutions based on your specific configuration and usage.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may find it helpful to use transaction codes such as CO03 (Display Production Order) or MB52 (List Warehouse Stocks on Hand) to investigate the order and batch details.
  Batch Management Documentation: Review SAP documentation on batch management for best practices and configuration guidelines.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide patches or updates that could resolve the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.