How To Fix >2490 - You cannot process lot &1 without a new reconciliation key

>2490 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >2 -

• Message number: 490

• Message text: You cannot process lot &1 without a new reconciliation key

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >2490 - You cannot process lot &1 without a new reconciliation key ?

  The SAP error message "2490: You cannot process lot &1 without a new reconciliation key" typically occurs in the context of inventory management or production processes, particularly when dealing with lots or batches in SAP. This error indicates that the system requires a new reconciliation key to process the specified lot.
  
  Cause:
  
  Reconciliation Key Requirement: The error arises when a lot (or batch) is being processed, but the system has determined that a new reconciliation key is necessary. This can happen if the lot has been previously processed or if there are changes in the lot's status that require a new key.
  Lot Status: The lot may be in a status that does not allow further processing without a new reconciliation key.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that dictate how lots are managed and processed, which could lead to this error if not set up correctly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Create a New Reconciliation