How To Fix GTCN_MESSAGE170 - No material ID and batch ID found for billing document &1 &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GTCN_MESSAGE - GTCN: Message Class

• Message number: 170

• Message text: No material ID and batch ID found for billing document &1 &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GTCN_MESSAGE170 - No material ID and batch ID found for billing document &1 &2 ?

  The SAP error message GTCN_MESSAGE170 indicates that there is no material ID and batch ID found for the specified billing document. This error typically occurs during the billing process when the system is unable to retrieve the necessary material and batch information associated with the billing document.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Material or Batch Information: The material or batch information may not have been entered or may be missing in the system for the billing document.
  Incorrect Billing Document: The billing document referenced may not be valid or may not have been created correctly.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data between the sales order, delivery, and billing document.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the proper linking of materials and batches to billing documents.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the material or batch information.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Material and Batch Information:
  
  Verify that the material ID and batch ID are correctly maintained in the system.
  Ensure that the material is available in the inventory and has a valid batch associated with it.
  
  
  
  Review the Billing Document:
  
  Check the billing document number referenced in the error message to ensure it is correct and exists in the system.
  Ensure that the billing document is created from a valid sales order or delivery.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a consistency check between the sales order, delivery, and billing document to ensure that all necessary data is present and correctly linked.
  Use transaction codes like VA03 (Display Sales Order) and VL03N (Display Outbound Delivery) to verify the data.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  Review the configuration settings related to billing and material management to ensure that they are set up correctly.
  Check if the relevant settings for batch management are correctly configured in the material master.
  
  
  
  User Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the material and batch information.
  Check the user roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes or Knowledge Base Articles (KBAs) that may address this specific error message for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  VF01 (Create Billing Document)
  VF02 (Change Billing Document)
  VF03 (Display Billing Document)
  
  
  Batch Management: Ensure that batch management is enabled for the material in question if it is required for the billing process.
  Material Master: Check the material master data for the relevant material to ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve your SAP support team or consult with SAP support for further assistance.