How To Fix 12118 - Batch &1 already exists for material &2 in plant &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 12 - Herstelldatum/Mindesthaltbarkeitsdatum/Chargen

• Message number: 118

• Message text: Batch &1 already exists for material &2 in plant &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 12118 - Batch &1 already exists for material &2 in plant &3 ?

  The SAP error message "12118 Batch &1 already exists for material &2 in plant &3" indicates that you are trying to create a batch for a material that already has a batch with the same number in the specified plant. This error typically occurs in the context of batch management in SAP, where each batch of a material must have a unique identifier within a plant.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Batch Number: The batch number you are trying to create already exists for the specified material in the specified plant.
  Incorrect Batch Number Entry: There may have been a typographical error in the batch number you are trying to create.
  System Configuration: The system may be configured to require unique batch numbers for materials, and the batch number you are trying to use does not meet this requirement.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Batches: Verify if the batch number you are trying to create already exists. You can do this by using transaction codes like MSC3N (Display Batch) or MMBE (Stock Overview) to check the existing batches for the material in the specified plant.
  
  
  Use a Different Batch Number: If the batch number already exists, you will need to create a new batch with a different number that does not conflict with existing batches.
  
  
  Review Batch Number Assignment: If you are using a batch number assignment strategy (like external number assignment), ensure that the number you are trying to use is not already assigned to another batch.
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator: If you believe this is an error or if you need to change the configuration regarding batch management, consult with your SAP administrator or support team.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Batch Management: Understand how batch management works in SAP, including the configuration settings for batch number assignment and uniqueness.
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  MSC1N (Create Batch)
  MSC2N (Change Batch)
  MSC3N (Display Batch)
  MMBE (Stock Overview)
  
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on batch management and error handling.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully manage batches in your SAP system.