How To Fix VBOB_MM_OB040 - Original batches are not allowed for material &2 in plant &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VBOB_MM_OB - Original Batch

• Message number: 040

• Message text: Original batches are not allowed for material &2 in plant &1

What causes this issue?

No original batches are permitted for material &V2& in plant &V1&.
However, you have entered an original batch reference material for an
original batch.

System Response

The system generates an error message.

How to fix this error?

You can change the relevant entry in the "OB Management" field to allow
creation of original batches, or
You can remove the entry from the "OB Reference Materl" field.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VBOB_MM_OB040 - Original batches are not allowed for material &2 in plant &1 ?

  The SAP error message VBOB_MM_OB040 indicates that original batches are not allowed for a specific material in a given plant. This error typically arises in the context of batch management in SAP, particularly when dealing with materials that are configured to not allow original batches.
  Cause:
  
  Batch Management Settings: The material in question is set up in such a way that it does not allow the use of original batches. This could be due to the configuration settings in the material master or batch management settings.
  Material Type: The material type may not support original batches. Some material types are configured to use only non-original batches.
  Plant-Specific Settings: The plant settings for the material may restrict the use of original batches, which can be defined in the material master data.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Settings:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03).
  Check the "Basic Data" and "Plant Data" views for the material in the specified plant.
  Look for the "Batch Management" settings and ensure that the material is configured to allow original batches if that is the intended use.
  
  
  
  Review Batch Management Configuration:
  
  If you have access, check the configuration settings for batch management in the SAP system (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant configuration path: Logistics - General > Material Master > Batch Management > Define Batch Management for Material Types.
  Ensure that the material type associated with the material allows for original batches.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Team:
  
  If you are unsure about making changes to the material master or configuration settings, consult with your SAP functional team or a consultant who specializes in materials management.
  They can provide guidance on whether the material should be allowed to use original batches and make the necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Alternative Solutions:
  
  If the material is not intended to use original batches, consider using non-original batches for your transactions.
  Adjust your processes to align with the batch management settings of the material.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Batch Management: Understand the concepts of batch management in SAP, including the differences between original and non-original batches.
  Material Master Data: Familiarize yourself with how material master data is structured and how it impacts inventory management and batch processing.
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to batch management include:
  
  MM01 (Create Material)
  MM02 (Change Material)
  MM03 (Display Material)
  MB1A (Goods Withdrawal)
  MB1B (Transfer Posting)
  
  
  
  By following these steps and understanding the underlying concepts, you should be able to address the VBOB_MM_OB040 error effectively.