How To Fix 12113 - Batch &1 already exists and is assigned to material &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 12 - Herstelldatum/Mindesthaltbarkeitsdatum/Chargen

• Message number: 113

• Message text: Batch &1 already exists and is assigned to material &2

What causes this issue?

The batch definition level = 'client' is defined in your system, that
is, no two batches can have the same name in your system, not even for
different materials or different plants. Batch <LS>&V1&</>, which you
wanted to create, already exists in your system.

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?

Please choose another batch number.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 12113 - Batch &1 already exists and is assigned to material &2 ?

  The SAP error message 12113, which states "Batch &1 already exists and is assigned to material &2," typically occurs when you are trying to create a batch for a material that already has a batch with the same number. This error is common in inventory management and batch management scenarios within SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Batch Number: The batch number you are trying to create already exists in the system for the specified material.
  Batch Management Settings: The material is set up for batch management, and the system is enforcing unique batch numbers for that material.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may have been a mistake in entering the batch number, leading to an attempt to create a batch that already exists.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Batches: Use transaction codes like MSC3N (Display Batch) or MMBE (Stock Overview) to check if the batch number already exists for the specified material. If it does, you may need to use that existing batch instead of creating a new one.
  
  
  Use a Different Batch Number: If you need to create a new batch, ensure that you are using a unique batch number that does not already exist for the material.
  
  
  Review Batch Management Configuration: If you are consistently encountering this issue, review the batch management settings for the material in question. Ensure that the batch number assignment is configured correctly.
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator: If you are unsure about the batch management settings or how to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP administrator or support team for assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Batch Management: Understand how batch management works in SAP, including how batches are created, assigned, and managed.
  Material Master Data: Review the material master data for the material in question to ensure that it is set up correctly for batch management.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material) to manage material data effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and manage batches effectively in your SAP system.