How To Fix HUGENERAL028 - Batch &1 does not exist - choose an existing batch

HUGENERAL028 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HUGENERAL - Handling Units - Packing

• Message number: 028

• Message text: Batch &1 does not exist - choose an existing batch

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HUGENERAL028 - Details

• The SAP error message HUGENERAL028 indicates that the system cannot find the specified batch number (in this case, represented by &1). This error typically occurs in the context of batch management, where the system expects a valid batch number for a material but cannot locate it in the database.
  Causes:
  
  Non-Existent Batch: The batch number you are trying to use does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Material: The batch may not be assigned to the material you are working with.
  Batch Deletion: The batch might have been deleted or marked for deletion.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary permissions to view or access the batch.
  Incorrect Input: There may be a typographical error in the batch number you entered.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Batch Number: Check the batch number you are trying to use for any typographical errors. Ensure that it is entered correctly.
  Check Batch Existence: Use transaction codes like MSC3N (Display Batch) or MMBE (Stock Overview)