How To Fix CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE042 - No batches are possible for product & in plant &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 042

• Message text: No batches are possible for product & in plant &

What causes this issue?

You have attempted to create a batch for product in plant. However, you
must first have identified the product in plant as one to be handled in
batches.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Set the batch management indicator for plant in the product master
record.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE042 - No batches are possible for product & in plant & ?

  The SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE042 indicates that there are no batches available for a specific product in a given plant. This error typically arises in the context of batch management in SAP, where the system is unable to find any available batches for the specified product in the specified plant.
  Causes:
  
  No Batches Created: There may be no batches created for the product in the specified plant.
  Batch Status: The available batches may be in a status that does not allow them to be used (e.g., blocked, expired, or restricted).
  Batch Management Settings: The product may not be set up for batch management in the material master.
  Plant-Specific Settings: The plant may not have any stock of the product, or the stock may be allocated to other processes.
  Stock Type: The stock type (e.g., unrestricted, quality inspection, blocked) may not allow for the selection of batches.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Batch Creation: Verify if batches have been created for the product in the specified plant. You can do this by checking the batch management settings in the material master (transaction code MM03).
  Review Batch Status: Check the status of existing batches to ensure they are available for use. You can use transaction code MSC3N to view batch details.
  Material Master Settings: Ensure that the material is set up for batch management. In the material master, check the "Batch Management" field under the relevant views (e.g., Basic Data, Plant Data).
  Stock Availability: Check the stock levels for the product in the specified plant using transaction code MMBE. Ensure that there is stock available and that it is not blocked or in quality inspection.
  Adjust Stock Types: If necessary, move stock from blocked or quality inspection to unrestricted stock using appropriate movement types.
  Check Plant-Specific Settings: Ensure that the plant is correctly configured and that there are no restrictions preventing the use of batches.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Batch Management in SAP: Understand how batch management works in SAP, including how to create and manage batches.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03 (Display Material), MSC3N (Display Batch), and MMBE (Stock Overview).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and manage batches.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the appropriate solution. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.