How To Fix EK285 - Check lot & is already closed

EK285 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EK - IS-U Accounts Receivable and Payable

• Message number: 285

• Message text: Check lot & is already closed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EK285 - Check lot & is already closed ?

  The SAP error message EK285, which states "Check lot & is already closed," typically occurs in the context of inventory management or procurement processes. This error indicates that the system is trying to perform an operation on a lot that has already been closed, meaning that no further transactions can be processed for that lot.
  
  Cause:
  
  Closed Lot: The lot in question has been marked as closed in the system, which means that it is no longer available for any further transactions, such as goods movements, adjustments, or inventory counts.
  Incorrect Transaction: The user may be attempting to perform a transaction that is not allowed on a closed lot, such as posting a goods receipt or a goods issue.
  System Configuration: There may be specific configurations or settings in the system that dictate when a lot is considered closed, which could lead to this error if not properly managed.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Lot Status: Check the status