How To Fix GOODSMOVEMENT024 - Batch determination is not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GOODSMOVEMENT - Messages for PP goods movements

• Message number: 024

• Message text: Batch determination is not possible

What causes this issue?

You are trying to trigger a manual batch determination for one or more
items in the goods movement overview.
Batch determination cannot be carried out if one of the following is
applicable:
You have not selected a line.
You have not selected a goods issue item.
You have selected a line containing a batch which cannot be changed.
You have selected a line which cannot be changed, for example a goods
movement cancellation.

System Response

The system does not permit batch determination and issues a system
message.

How to fix this error?

Check whether this problem is due to one of the causes mentioned.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GOODSMOVEMENT024 - Batch determination is not possible ?

  The SAP error message GOODSMOVEMENT024 indicates that batch determination is not possible for a goods movement. This error typically arises during processes such as goods receipt, goods issue, or transfer postings when the system is unable to find a suitable batch for the material being processed.
  Causes:
  
  Batch Management Not Activated: The material may not be set up for batch management in the material master.
  No Available Batches: There may be no batches available for the material in the specified storage location.
  Batch Determination Procedure: The batch determination procedure may not be correctly configured or assigned to the material.
  Batch Status: The available batches may be blocked or have a status that prevents them from being used (e.g., expired, blocked for usage).
  Selection Criteria: The selection criteria defined in the batch determination procedure may not match any available batches.
  Storage Location Issues: The storage location may not have any batches available for the material.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Material Master: Ensure that the material is set up for batch management. You can check this in the material master record (MM02) under the "Basic Data" or "Plant Data" views.
  Verify Available Batches: Use transaction code MSC3N to check if there are any batches available for the material in the relevant storage location.
  Review Batch Determination Procedure: Check the batch determination procedure assigned to the material. You can do this in the configuration settings (SPRO) under:
  
  Logistics Execution > Shipping > Batch Determination > Define Batch Determination Procedure.
  
  
  Check Batch Status: Ensure that the batches are not blocked or expired. You can check the status of batches in the batch management screen.
  Adjust Selection Criteria: If the selection criteria in the batch determination procedure are too restrictive, consider adjusting them to allow for more flexibility in batch selection.
  Storage Location Configuration: Ensure that the storage location is correctly configured to allow for batch management and that it has available batches.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM02: Change Material Master
  MSC3N: Display Batch
  MB1A: Goods Issue
  MB1B: Transfer Posting
  MB1C: Other Goods Receipts
  
  
  Batch Management Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the batch management settings in SAP, including how to define batch determination procedures and assign them to materials.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to batch determination.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting steps.