How To Fix >5231 - Specify a lot

>5231 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >5 -

• Message number: 231

• Message text: Specify a lot

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >5231 - Specify a lot ?

  The SAP error message 5231: "Specify a lot" typically occurs in the context of inventory management or production processes where a lot number is required for a specific transaction. This error indicates that the system expects a lot number to be specified, but it has not been provided.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Lot Number: The most common cause is that the user did not enter a lot number when it was required for the transaction.
  
  Configuration Issues: The material may be configured to require lot management, but the lot number was not specified in the transaction.
  Transaction Type: Certain transaction types (like goods movements, stock transfers, or production orders) may require a lot number based on the material type or settings in the system.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked the field for entering the lot number or may have entered it incorrectly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter Lot Number: When prompted with this error, check the transaction screen for