How To Fix EG726 - Specify an external lot number

EG726 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EG - IS-U device management

• Message number: 726

• Message text: Specify an external lot number

What causes this issue?

You are processing an official lot and have not specified an external
lot number.
Enter the official lot number as the external lot number.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Enter the external lot number.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EG726 - Specify an external lot number ?

  The SAP error message EG726, which states "Specify an external lot number," typically occurs in the context of inventory management or production processes where external lot numbers are required for tracking materials or products. This error indicates that the system expects an external lot number to be provided, but it has not been specified.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing External Lot Number: The most common cause is that the user has not entered an external lot number in the relevant transaction or screen.
  
  Configuration Issues: The system may be configured to require external lot numbers for certain materials or processes, and if these are not set up correctly, it can lead to this error.
  Material Master Settings: The material master record for the item in question may be set to require an external lot number, but it has not been provided during the transaction.
  Transaction Type: The specific transaction being executed may inherently require an external lot number,