How To Fix 40804 - Order &: released despite missing batches

40804 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 40 - Messages for Process Orders

• Message number: 804

• Message text: Order &: released despite missing batches

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 40804 - Order &: released despite missing batches ?

  The SAP error message "40804 Order &: released despite missing batches" typically indicates that a production order or a process order has been released even though there are missing batches of materials that are required for the order. This can lead to issues in production, as the necessary materials are not available to complete the order.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Batch Determination: The system may not have been able to determine the required batches for the materials needed in the order. This can happen if the batch determination settings are not configured correctly or if the batches are not available in stock.
  
  
  Stock Availability: The required batches may not be available in the inventory, either because they have not been produced yet, they are in a different location, or they have been consumed in another order.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the material master data, batch management settings, or the production