How To Fix IO229 - Batch for serial number &1 (&2) differs from document batch &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IO - Plant Maintenance: Object List

• Message number: 229

• Message text: Batch for serial number &1 (&2) differs from document batch &3

What causes this issue?

You have entered an incorrect batch or movement type.
The <DS:GLOS.batch>batch</> entered in the <DS:GLOS.document>document</>
or movement type does not correspond to the batch or movement type saved
in the master record of the serial number.

System Response

INCLUDE KEINE-FUNKTION OBJECT DOKU ID TX

How to fix this error?

Use another serial number or batch.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IO229 - Batch for serial number &1 (&2) differs from document batch &3 ?

  The SAP error message IO229 indicates that there is a discrepancy between the batch number associated with a serial number and the batch number specified in the document. This typically occurs in scenarios where batch management is enabled, and the system is trying to process a transaction involving serialized materials that are also batch-managed.
  Cause:
  
  
  Batch and Serial Number Mismatch: The serial number you are trying to use is linked to a different batch than the one specified in the document. This can happen if:
  
  The serial number was created or assigned to a different batch.
  The document (e.g., delivery, production order) specifies a batch that does not match the batch associated with the serial number.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Document Entry: The document may have been incorrectly entered, leading to a mismatch in the batch numbers.
  
  
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be data integrity issues in the system, such as incorrect master data or inconsistencies in the batch and serial number assignments.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Batch and Serial Number:
  
  Check the batch number associated with the serial number in the system. You can do this by navigating to the serial number management screen and verifying the batch assignment.
  Ensure that the batch number in the document matches the batch number associated with the serial number.
  
  
  
  Correct the Document:
  
  If the document specifies the wrong batch, you may need to correct it to match the batch associated with the serial number.
  If the serial number is correct but the batch in the document is wrong, update the document accordingly.
  
  
  
  Reassign Serial Number:
  
  If necessary, you can reassign the serial number to the correct batch if it was incorrectly assigned. This may involve using transaction codes like IQ02 (Change Serial Number) or similar, depending on your SAP version.
  
  
  
  Consult with Master Data:
  
  If you suspect data integrity issues, consult with your master data team to ensure that the batch and serial number assignments are correct and consistent across the system.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the configuration for batch management and serial number management is set up correctly in your SAP system. This includes checking the settings in the material master and the relevant document types.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as IQ01 (Create Serial Number), IQ02 (Change Serial Number), IQ03 (Display Serial Number), and MB1A (Goods Withdrawal) for handling materials.
  Batch Management: Understand how batch management works in SAP, including how batches are created, assigned, and managed.
  Serial Number Management: Learn about the serial number management process in SAP, including how serial numbers are linked to batches and how they are used in various transactions.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.