How To Fix VBOB_MM_OB033 - Component/item &1 &2 &3: Batch &4 has no original batch

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VBOB_MM_OB - Original Batch

• Message number: 033

• Message text: Component/item &1 &2 &3: Batch &4 has no original batch

What causes this issue?

You want to change batch determination of batches with common origin.
These changes are not permitted, because the production order (sales
order, delivery) already contains a component (sales order item,
delivery item) whose batch is not assigned to an original batch.

System Response

Make a relevant entry in the Customizing table T160M ->
<DS:TRAN.OMILL_T160M>Output Control</> to specify whether the system
outputs a warning or an error message.

How to fix this error?

If the message is an <ds>error message</> you cannot process the
transaction furhter.
If the message is a <ds>warning message</>, you can process the
transaction further, but the system can no longer determine batches
according to original batch purity.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VBOB_MM_OB033 - Component/item &1 &2 &3: Batch &4 has no original batch ?

  The SAP error message VBOB_MM_OB033 indicates that there is an issue related to batch management in the Materials Management (MM) module. Specifically, it means that the system is unable to find the original batch for a given component or item. This can occur in various scenarios, such as during goods movements, production orders, or inventory management.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Batch Management Configuration: The material may not be properly configured for batch management in the system.
  Missing Original Batch: The original batch that is supposed to be linked to the specified batch does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Batch Number: The batch number provided may be incorrect or not valid for the material.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the batch data or master data that prevent the system from recognizing the original batch.
  Batch Status: The batch may be in a status that does not allow it to be used (e.g., blocked or expired).
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Batch Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the material is set up for batch management in the material master. You can check this in the material master record (MM02) under the "Basic Data" or "Batch Management" views.
  
  
  
  Verify Batch Existence:
  
  Use transaction code MSC3N to display the batch and verify that the original batch exists. If it does not exist, you may need to create it or correct the batch number.
  
  
  
  Check Batch Status:
  
  Ensure that the batch is not blocked or in a status that prevents its use. You can check the batch status in the batch master data.
  
  
  
  Review Batch Determination:
  
  If the error occurs during a process that involves batch determination (e.g., production order), review the batch determination settings to ensure they are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks on the batch data to identify any discrepancies. You can use transaction codes like MB5B or MB52 to analyze batch-related data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on batch management and troubleshooting.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Batch Management: Understand how batch management works in SAP and the importance of maintaining accurate batch records.
  Material Master Data: Familiarize yourself with the material master data structure and how batch information is stored.
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to batch management include:
  
  MM02 - Change Material Master
  MSC3N - Display Batch
  MB1A - Goods Withdrawal
  MB1B - Transfer Posting
  MB5B - Stock on Batches
  
  
  
  By following these steps and understanding the underlying causes, you should be able to resolve the VBOB_MM_OB033 error effectively.