How To Fix CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE162 - Batch status cannot be changed since the product is blocked

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 162

• Message text: Batch status cannot be changed since the product is blocked

What causes this issue?

In the course of batch maintenance, you wanted to change the batch
status. With a change of this kind, the system has to take account of
the stocks in all plants in which this batch occurs.

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

Presumably one of the plants is currently blocked by another user for
the product to which the batch is assigned.

System Response

The batch status cannot be changed at present and is therefore cancelled
by the system

How to fix this error?

Try to make the change later.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE162 - Batch status cannot be changed since the product is blocked ?

  The SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE162 indicates that a batch status change cannot be performed because the product is currently blocked. This situation typically arises in the context of batch management in SAP, where certain conditions must be met before a batch can be processed or its status can be changed.
  Cause:
  
  Blocked Product: The product associated with the batch is blocked for various reasons, such as quality issues, regulatory compliance, or other business rules.
  Batch Management Settings: The batch may be subject to specific settings that prevent status changes when certain conditions are met.
  Quality Inspection: If the batch is undergoing quality inspection and is marked as blocked, it cannot be processed until the inspection is complete and the batch is released.
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to change the status of the batch.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Batch Status: Verify the current status of the batch in question. You can do this by navigating to the batch management transaction (e.g., MSC3N for batch display).
  Review Block Reasons: Identify the reason for the block. This can often be found in the batch details or by checking the quality management module if applicable.
  Release the Block: If the block is due to quality inspection, ensure that the inspection is completed and the batch is released. This may involve:
  
  Completing the quality inspection process.
  Changing the status of the batch from blocked to unrestricted.
  
  
  Adjust Authorizations: If the issue is related to user permissions, consult with your SAP security team to ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to change batch statuses.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant SAP documentation or internal procedures regarding batch management and blocked products to ensure compliance with business rules.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Batch Management in SAP: Understanding how batch management works in SAP can help in troubleshooting issues related to batch statuses.
  Quality Management (QM): Familiarity with the QM module can be beneficial, especially if the block is related to quality inspections.
  SAP Notes and Support: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search the SAP Support Portal for specific notes that may address this error.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  MSC3N: Display Batch
  MMBE: Stock Overview
  QA32: Quality Inspection Lot
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.