How To Fix /DSD/HH167 - Batch &1 does not exist in plant &3 for material &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /DSD/HH -

• Message number: 167

• Message text: Batch &1 does not exist in plant &3 for material &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /DSD/HH167 - Batch &1 does not exist in plant &3 for material &2 ?

  The SAP error message /DSD/HH167 Batch &1 does not exist in plant &3 for material &2 typically occurs in the context of batch management within the SAP system, particularly when dealing with materials that are managed in batches. This error indicates that the system is unable to find the specified batch for a given material in the specified plant.
  Cause:
  
  Batch Not Created: The batch specified in the error message has not been created for the material in the specified plant.
  Batch Deletion: The batch may have been deleted or is no longer available in the system.
  Incorrect Batch Number: The batch number provided may be incorrect or mistyped.
  Plant Configuration: The material may not be set up for batch management in the specified plant.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing access to the batch data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Batch Existence:
  
  Use transaction code MSC3N (Display Batch) to check if the batch exists for the specified material and plant.
  If the batch does not exist, you may need to create it using transaction code MSC1N (Create Batch).
  
  
  
  Verify Material and Plant Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the material is set up for batch management in the specified plant. You can check this in the material master (transaction code MM03).
  Navigate to the "Plant Data / Storage" view and verify that the batch management indicator is set.
  
  
  
  Correct Batch Number:
  
  Double-check the batch number being used in the transaction to ensure it is correct.
  
  
  
  Check for Deletions:
  
  If the batch was recently deleted, you may need to recreate it or use a different batch that is available.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and manage batches in the specified plant.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Batch Management: Understand how batch management works in SAP, including how to create, display, and manage batches.
  Material Master Data: Familiarize yourself with the material master data setup, especially the views related to batch management.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  MSC1N: Create Batch
  MSC3N: Display Batch
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to batch management or this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.