How To Fix >B408 - Item &1 does not exist in lot &2

>B408 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >B -

• Message number: 408

• Message text: Item &1 does not exist in lot &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >B408 - Item &1 does not exist in lot &2 ?

  The SAP error message B408: Item &1 does not exist in lot &2 typically occurs in the context of inventory management or material management when trying to process a lot that does not contain the specified item. This error can arise during various transactions, such as goods movements, stock transfers, or inventory counts.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Lot Number: The lot number specified in the transaction does not contain the item you are trying to process.
  Item Not Assigned to Lot: The item may not have been assigned to the specified lot during the lot creation or inventory management process.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the item number or lot number entered in the transaction.
  Lot Management Settings: The system may not be configured correctly for lot management, leading to discrepancies in item-lot associations.
  Stock Type Issues: The item may exist in a different stock type (e.g., unrestricted stock vs. blocked stock) that