How To Fix FSH_CIF_MESSAGES023 - Batch &1 (for material &2, plant &3) was not found or could not be read

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FSH_CIF_MESSAGES - Message Class for CIF Transfer

• Message number: 023

• Message text: Batch &1 (for material &2, plant &3) was not found or could not be read

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FSH_CIF_MESSAGES023 - Batch &1 (for material &2, plant &3) was not found or could not be read ?

  The SAP error message FSH_CIF_MESSAGES023 indicates that a specific batch for a material in a particular plant could not be found or read. This error typically occurs in the context of the CIF (Core Interface) between SAP ERP and SAP APO (Advanced Planning and Optimization) systems, particularly when dealing with batch management.
  Causes:
  
  Batch Not Created: The specified batch for the material may not have been created in the system.
  Batch Deletion: The batch might have been deleted or is no longer available in the system.
  Incorrect Material/Plant: The material number or plant specified in the error message may be incorrect or does not exist.
  Data Synchronization Issues: There may be issues with data synchronization between the ERP and APO systems, leading to inconsistencies.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the batch data.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the CIF settings or batch management settings.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Batch Existence: Verify if the batch exists in the system for the specified material and plant. You can do this by using transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material) or MSC3N (Display Batch).
  Create Batch: If the batch does not exist, create it using transaction MSC1N (Create Batch) or through the relevant material management transactions.
  Verify Material and Plant: Ensure that the material number and plant specified in the error message are correct. Check for typos or incorrect entries.
  Data Synchronization: If you suspect synchronization issues, you may need to re-run the CIF integration or check the CIF queue for errors. Use transaction CIF to monitor and manage CIF queues.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access batch data. Consult with your SAP security team if needed.
  Review CIF Configuration: Check the CIF configuration settings to ensure that batch management is correctly set up for the materials and plants involved.
  Consult Logs: Review the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or details that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Batch Management: Understand how batch management works in SAP, including how batches are created, managed, and utilized in inventory and production processes.
  CIF Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to CIF and batch management to understand the integration points and potential issues.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide patches related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.