How To Fix /ISDFPS/MSG_GAF_PE028 - Batch &2 is invalid for material &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/MSG_GAF_PE -

• Message number: 028

• Message text: Batch &2 is invalid for material &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/MSG_GAF_PE028 - Batch &2 is invalid for material &1 ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/MSG_GAF_PE028 indicates that there is an issue with a batch for a specific material. The message states that the batch specified (represented by &2) is invalid for the material (represented by &1). This error typically occurs in the context of batch management in SAP, particularly when dealing with materials that are managed in batches.
  Cause:
  
  Batch Not Found: The specified batch does not exist in the system for the given material.
  Batch Status: The batch may be in a status that does not allow it to be used (e.g., blocked, expired, or marked for deletion).
  Material-Batch Relationship: The batch may not be assigned to the material in the system, or it may belong to a different material.
  Plant or Storage Location Issues: The batch may not be valid for the specific plant or storage location where the material is being processed.
  Batch Management Settings: The material may not be set up for batch management, or the batch management settings may not be correctly configured.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Batch Existence: Check if the batch &2 exists in the system for the material &1. You can do this by using transaction codes like MSC3N (Display Batch) or MMBE (Stock Overview).
  Check Batch Status: Ensure that the batch is not blocked or in a status that prevents its use. You can check the batch status in the batch master data.
  Review Material-Batch Assignment: Confirm that the batch is correctly assigned to the material. You can check this in the material master data under the batch management view.
  Check Plant and Storage Location: Ensure that the batch is valid for the specific plant and storage location you are working with. You can check this in the batch master data.
  Batch Management Configuration: If the material is not set up for batch management, you may need to configure it accordingly in the material master data.
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03 (Display Material), MSC3N (Display Batch), and MMBE (Stock Overview).
  Batch Management: Understand the principles of batch management in SAP, including how batches are created, managed, and assigned to materials.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to batch management or this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the appropriate solution.