How To Fix 12199 - Valuation type & of batch must not be changed

12199 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 12 - Herstelldatum/Mindesthaltbarkeitsdatum/Chargen

• Message number: 199

• Message text: Valuation type & of batch must not be changed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 12199 - Valuation type & of batch must not be changed ?

  The SAP error message 12199, which states "Valuation type & of batch must not be changed," typically occurs in the context of inventory management and batch management in SAP. This error indicates that there is an attempt to change the valuation type of a batch, which is not allowed once the batch has been created and assigned a valuation type.
  
  Cause:
  
  Batch Management: In SAP, batches are used to manage inventory at a more granular level. Each batch can have specific characteristics, including a valuation type that determines how the batch is valued in financial terms.
  Valuation Type: The valuation type is linked to the material's valuation and can be defined in the material master. Once a batch is created with a specific valuation type, changing it can lead to inconsistencies in inventory valuation and financial reporting.
  Transaction Context: This error often arises during transactions such as goods movements, stock transfers, or when trying