How To Fix IQ138 - The batch &1 entered differs from batch &2 in the master record

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IQ -

• Message number: 138

• Message text: The batch &1 entered differs from batch &2 in the master record

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IQ138 - The batch &1 entered differs from batch &2 in the master record ?

  The SAP error message IQ138 indicates a discrepancy between the batch number entered in a transaction and the batch number associated with the material in the master record. This typically occurs in inventory management or production processes where batch management is enabled.
  Cause:
  
  Batch Management: The material is set up for batch management, and the system expects that the batch number entered in the transaction matches the batch number in the material master record.
  Incorrect Batch Entry: The user may have entered a batch number that does not correspond to the material or is not valid for the specific transaction.
  Master Data Issues: There may be inconsistencies or errors in the material master data, such as missing or incorrect batch information.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Batch Numbers: Check the batch number entered in the transaction and ensure it matches the batch number in the material master record. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the material master record (Transaction Code: MM03) and checking the batch information.
  Using transaction code MSC3N to display the batch details.
  
  
  
  Correct Batch Entry: If the batch number entered is incorrect, re-enter the correct batch number that corresponds to the material in the master record.
  
  
  Check Material Master Data: Ensure that the material master data is correctly set up for batch management. This includes:
  
  Ensuring that the batch management indicator is set correctly.
  Verifying that the batch is active and has the necessary stock.
  
  
  
  Consult with Master Data Team: If there are discrepancies in the master data, consult with the team responsible for maintaining the material master data to correct any issues.
  
  
  Review Transaction Context: Ensure that the transaction context (e.g., goods movement, production order) is appropriate for the batch management settings of the material.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Batch Management in SAP: Understand how batch management works in SAP, including how batches are created, managed, and tracked.
  Material Master Data: Familiarize yourself with the structure of the material master data and how batch information is stored.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on batch management and error handling.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the IQ138 error and ensure that batch management processes function correctly in your SAP system.