How To Fix EK342 - Lot & is a check lot

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 342

• Message text: Lot & is a check lot

What causes this issue?

A check lot can only be used to enter payments by check.

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 select a different payment lot.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EK342 - Lot & is a check lot ?

  The SAP error message EK342, which states "Lot & is a check lot," typically occurs in the context of inventory management and quality management processes. This error indicates that the lot you are trying to process is designated as a "check lot," meaning it is subject to quality inspection or other checks before it can be used or moved further in the process.
  Cause:
  
  Quality Inspection Requirement: The lot has been flagged for quality inspection, and certain operations cannot be performed until the inspection is completed.
  Lot Status: The lot may have a status that restricts its use, such as being in a "blocked" or "in quality inspection" status.
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured to require checks for certain materials or under specific conditions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Complete Quality Inspection: If the lot is indeed a check lot, ensure that the quality inspection process is completed. This may involve:
  
  Performing the necessary quality checks.
  Recording the results in the system.
  Releasing the lot for use if it passes inspection.
  
  
  
  Check Lot Status: Review the status of the lot in the system. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., QA32 for quality inspection lots).
  Checking the lot's status and any associated inspection lots.
  
  
  
  Adjust Configuration: If the check lot designation is not appropriate for your process, you may need to adjust the configuration settings in SAP. This could involve:
  
  Changing the material master settings.
  Modifying the quality management settings for the specific material or process.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for handling check lots and quality inspections.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable