How To Fix EG169 - Lot status &1 is invalid; enter a valid status

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EG - IS-U device management

• Message number: 169

• Message text: Lot status &1 is invalid; enter a valid status

What causes this issue?

You want to insert a recertification data record with an invalid lot
status into table TE271E. You can only insert data records with the
following lot status values:
1 (Failed sampling inspection)
2 (Passed sampling inspection)

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EG169 - Lot status &1 is invalid; enter a valid status ?

  The SAP error message EG169, which states "Lot status &1 is invalid; enter a valid status," typically occurs in the context of inventory management or production planning when dealing with lots or batches. This error indicates that the system has encountered a lot status that is not recognized or is not valid for the operation you are trying to perform.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Lot Status: The lot status you are trying to use may not be defined in the system or may have been deactivated.
  Configuration Issues: The lot status might not be properly configured in the system settings, leading to it being unrecognized.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a typographical error when entering the lot status.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access or use the specified lot status.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Lot Status: Verify the lot status you are trying to use. Ensure that it is correctly entered and exists in the system.
  Review Configuration: Go to the configuration settings in SAP (transaction code SPRO) and check the settings for lot statuses under the relevant module (e.g., Material Management, Production Planning). Ensure that the status is defined and active.
  Use Valid Status: If the status is invalid, select a valid lot status from the available options. You can usually find valid statuses in the system documentation or by consulting with your SAP administrator.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to use the lot status. If not, contact your system administrator to grant the required permissions.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more information on valid lot statuses and their configurations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like MSC3N (Display Batch) or MSC2N (Change Batch) to check the status of specific lots.
  Batch Management: Familiarize yourself with batch management concepts in SAP, as lot statuses are often tied to batch management processes.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to lot statuses that may be relevant to your version of SAP.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the EG169 error and continue with your operations in SAP.