How To Fix ARUN_MAIN124 - Batch is mandatory for material &1.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ARUN_MAIN -

• Message number: 124

• Message text: Batch is mandatory for material &1.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ARUN_MAIN124 - Batch is mandatory for material &1. ?

  The SAP error message ARUN_MAIN124 indicates that a batch number is mandatory for the specified material (denoted by &1) in the context of batch management. This error typically occurs when you are trying to perform an operation (such as goods movement, production, or inventory management) on a material that is set up for batch management, but you have not provided a batch number.
  Cause:
  
  Batch Management Configuration: The material in question is configured to require batch management, meaning that it must be tracked by batch numbers.
  Missing Batch Information: The transaction you are attempting to execute requires a batch number, but none has been provided.
  Material Master Settings: The material master record for the specified material may have been set to require batch management.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Provide a Batch Number:
  
  When performing the transaction, ensure that you enter a valid batch number for the material. This can usually be done in the relevant field of the transaction screen.
  
  
  
  Check Material Master Settings:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03).
  Check the "Basic Data" and "Plant Data" views to confirm that the material is indeed set up for batch management.
  If the material should not require batch management, you may need to change the settings in the material master (transaction code MM02).
  
  
  
  Create a Batch:
  
  If you do not have a batch number available, you may need to create a new batch for the material. This can be done using transaction code MSC1N (Create Batch).
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Context:
  
  Ensure that the transaction you are performing is appropriate for the material and that you are following the correct process for batch-managed materials.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Batch Management: This is a feature in SAP that allows for the tracking of materials in batches, which is particularly useful for industries where product quality and traceability are critical (e.g., pharmaceuticals, food and beverage).
  Material Master: The material master record contains all the information related to a material, including its batch management settings.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  MM02: Change Material Master
  MSC1N: Create Batch
  MB1A, MB1B, MB1C: Various goods movement transactions that may require batch numbers.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ARUN_MAIN124 error and proceed with your transaction.