How To Fix 12117 - Batch &1 already exists in plant &2

12117 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 12 - Herstelldatum/Mindesthaltbarkeitsdatum/Chargen

• Message number: 117

• Message text: Batch &1 already exists in plant &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 12117 - Batch &1 already exists in plant &2 ?

  The SAP error message "12117: Batch &1 already exists in plant &2" typically occurs when you are trying to create a batch with a batch number that already exists in the specified plant. 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 specified plant. Each batch number must be unique within a plant.
  Incorrect Batch Number Entry: There may have been a typographical error or misunderstanding regarding the batch number you are trying to create.
  Batch Management Settings: The system is configured to manage batches, and the batch number is being checked against existing entries.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Batches: Verify if the batch number you are trying to create already exists in the specified plant. You can do this by using transaction codes like MSC3N (Display Batch) or MMBE (Stock Overview) to check the batch status.
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