How To Fix IEN142 - Batch &1 &2 &3 &4 not found (check your entry)

IEN142 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IEN -

• Message number: 142

• Message text: Batch &1 &2 &3 &4 not found (check your entry)

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IEN142 - Details

• The SAP error message IEN142 "Batch &1 &2 &3 &4 not found (check your entry)" typically occurs when you are trying to process a batch of materials in SAP, but the specified batch number does not exist in the system. This can happen in various transactions, such as goods movements, inventory management, or production orders.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Batch Number: The batch number you entered may be incorrect or mistyped.
  Batch Not Created: The batch may not have been created yet for the material you are trying to process.
  Batch Deletion: The batch may have been deleted or marked for deletion in the system.
  Batch Not Active: The batch may not be active or may have expired.
  Material Not Batch Managed: The material you are trying to use may not be set up for batch management in the material master.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Batch Number: Double-check the batch number you entered for any typos or errors.
  Check Batch Existence: Use transaction