How To Fix 12197 - You cannot carry out this function when you are editing a batch

12197 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 12 - Herstelldatum/Mindesthaltbarkeitsdatum/Chargen

• Message number: 197

• Message text: You cannot carry out this function when you are editing a batch

What causes this issue?

You tried to change the worklist although you are working on a batch at
the same time.

System Response

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?

Stop working on the batch by switching to 'Display batch' or
double-clicking a material or plant node.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 12197 - You cannot carry out this function when you are editing a batch ?

  The SAP error message 12197, which states "You cannot carry out this function when you are editing a batch," typically occurs when a user attempts to perform an action that is not allowed while a batch is in edit mode. This can happen in various transactions related to batch management, such as during batch creation, modification, or processing.
  
  Cause:
  
  Batch in Edit Mode: The primary cause of this error is that the batch you are trying to work with is currently being edited. This means that another user or process may have locked the batch for editing, or you may have opened the batch for editing in another session.
  Transaction Restrictions: Certain transactions or functions in SAP are restricted when a batch is being edited to prevent data inconsistencies or conflicts.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Batch Status: Ensure that the batch you are trying to edit is not currently being edited by another user. You can check