How To Fix CNV_DMC_SIN418 - ItemNo &1: provide the batch for material &2, plant &3, stor. location &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV_DMC_SIN - Messages for s-innovations migration

• Message number: 418

• Message text: ItemNo &1: provide the batch for material &2, plant &3, stor. location &4

What causes this issue?

You want to post stock for a material that is defined by its valuation
category as a material valuated in single batches. In this case you have
to provide a valid batch. In the batch itself the valuation category
must be assigned.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Please provide a valid batch for your material.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNV_DMC_SIN418 - ItemNo &1: provide the batch for material &2, plant &3, stor. location &4 ?

  The SAP error message CNV_DMC_SIN418 typically occurs during data migration or conversion processes, particularly when using the SAP Data Migration Cockpit (DMC) or similar tools. This error indicates that a batch number is required for a specific material in a given plant and storage location, but it has not been provided.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Batch Information: The error arises when the system expects a batch number for a material that is batch-managed, but the batch number is not provided in the data being migrated.
  Configuration Issues: The material may be configured as batch-managed in the system, but the corresponding batch data is not included in the migration files.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data being migrated, such as missing or incorrect entries for batch-managed materials.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Provide Batch Information: Ensure that the migration data includes the required batch number for the specified material, plant, and storage location. You can do this by:
  
  Checking the source data to confirm that batch numbers are included for all relevant materials.
  Updating the migration files to include the necessary batch information.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data: Verify the material master data in SAP to ensure that the material is correctly set up for batch management. You can check this in the material master record (transaction MM03) under the "Basic Data" and "Plant Data" views.
  
  
  Adjust Migration Templates: If you are using a migration template, make sure that the template includes fields for batch numbers and that they are populated correctly.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or migration guides for specific instructions on handling batch-managed materials during data migration.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary adjustments, perform a test migration to ensure that the error is resolved and that the data is migrated correctly.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Batch Management: In SAP, batch management is used to track and manage materials in batches, which is essential for industries that require strict quality control and traceability.
  SAP Data Migration Cockpit (DMC): This tool is used for migrating data to SAP S/4HANA and other SAP systems. It provides templates and tools to facilitate the migration process.
  Error Handling: Familiarize yourself with common error messages and their resolutions in SAP to streamline the data migration process.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who specializes in data migration.