How To Fix >A521 - Residence time reached

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >A -

• Message number: 521

• Message text: Residence time reached

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >A521 - Residence time reached ?

  The SAP error message "A521 Residence time reached" typically relates to the system's handling of data in the context of batch management or inventory management. This message indicates that the residence time for a batch has been reached, meaning that the batch has been in the system for longer than the defined threshold.
  
  Cause:
  
  Batch Management Settings: The residence time is defined in the batch management settings. If a batch has been in the system longer than the specified residence time, this error will be triggered.
  Inventory Management: This can occur in scenarios where inventory is managed based on batch numbers, and the system is configured to enforce residence time limits for quality control or regulatory compliance.
  Quality Inspection: If the batch is subject to quality inspection and has not been processed within the defined time frame, the system may prevent further processing.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Batch Management Settings: Check the configuration settings for batch management in