How To Fix 12180 - Batches cannot be created for materials with the material type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 12 - Herstelldatum/Mindesthaltbarkeitsdatum/Chargen

• Message number: 180

• Message text: Batches cannot be created for materials with the material type &1

What causes this issue?

You want to create a batch for a material with material type <LS>&V1&
</>. In Customizing, you have defined that batches cannot be assigned
internally or externally for this material type.
Therefore, you cannot create batches for materials with material type
<LS>&V1&</>.

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?

Change the Customizing configuration for material type <LS>&V1&</> to
allow the internal and external assignment of batch numbers for
materials belonging to this material type.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 12180 - Batches cannot be created for materials with the material type &1 ?

  The SAP error message 12180 indicates that batches cannot be created for materials with a specific material type. This error typically arises when you attempt to create a batch for a material that is not configured to allow batch management in the system.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the material type associated with the material does not support batch management. In SAP, certain material types are configured to allow batch management, while others are not. If you try to create a batch for a material type that does not support it, you will encounter this error.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Material Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OMN1 (or SPRO -> Logistics - General -> Material Master -> Basic Settings -> Material Types -> Define Attributes of Material Types).
  Verify the configuration of the material type associated with the material in question. Ensure that the "Batch Management" indicator is set for that material type.
  
  
  
  Change Material Type (if necessary):
  
  If the material type does not support batch management and you need to manage batches for this material, you may need to change the material type to one that does support batch management. This can be done using transaction code MM02 to change the material master data.
  Note that changing the material type can have implications on existing data and processes, so it should be done with caution and proper planning.
  
  
  
  Create a New Material:
  
  If changing the material type is not feasible, consider creating a new material with a material type that supports batch management.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional team to understand the implications of batch management and the specific material types used in your organization.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Batch Management: This is a feature in SAP that allows for the tracking and management of inventory in batches. It is commonly used in industries such as pharmaceuticals, food and beverage, and chemicals where tracking the production batch is critical for quality control and compliance.
  Material Master Data: The material master is a central repository of information related to materials in SAP. It contains data such as material type, valuation class, and batch management settings.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM02: Change Material Master
  OMN1: Configure Material Types
  MM01: Create Material Master
  MM03: Display Material Master
  
  
  
  By following these steps and understanding the underlying configuration, you should be able to resolve the error and manage batches for your materials effectively.