How To Fix J3RM_RN069 - Batch number is ignored due to management method by material number

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: J3RM_RN - Message class for RN documents processing

• Message number: 069

• Message text: Batch number is ignored due to management method by material number

What causes this issue?

Batch number of the material will not be used because you chose
management method <LS>By Material Number </>for this material in
<DS:TRAN.J3RMRNGOODSV>Maintain Material Management Methods for
Traceability</>.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Please check your data.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message J3RM_RN069 - Batch number is ignored due to management method by material number ?

  The SAP error message J3RM_RN069 indicates that a batch number is being ignored due to the management method set for the material number. This typically occurs in the context of batch management in SAP, where certain materials are configured to manage batches in a specific way.
  Cause:
  
  Batch Management Configuration: The material in question is configured to use a specific batch management method (e.g., "by material number") that does not allow for batch numbers to be processed in the way you are attempting.
  Material Master Settings: The settings in the material master record may dictate how batches are managed. If the material is set to manage batches at the material level rather than at the batch level, the system will ignore the batch number.
  Transaction Context: The transaction you are performing may not support batch management in the way you are trying to use it, leading to the batch number being disregarded.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Settings:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03).
  Check the "Basic Data" and "Batch Management" views to see how batch management is configured for the material.
  Ensure that the batch management settings align with your intended use of batch numbers.
  
  
  
  Review Batch Management Method:
  
  If the material is set to manage batches by material number, consider whether this is appropriate for your business process. If you need to manage batches individually, you may need to change the configuration.
  You can change the batch management method in the material master if necessary, but be cautious as this may have implications for existing inventory and processes.
  
  
  
  Transaction Review:
  
  Ensure that the transaction you are using is appropriate for the batch management method configured for the material.
  If you are using a specific transaction for inventory management or production, verify that it supports batch management as you intend.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation or Support:
  
  If you are unsure about the settings or how to proceed, consult SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Batch Management in SAP: Understand the different methods of batch management in SAP, including how to configure and manage batches effectively.
  Material Master Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the various views and settings in the material master that affect batch management.
  SAP Notes and Knowledge Base Articles: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or articles that may address this specific error message or provide additional context.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message J3RM_RN069 and ensure that batch management is functioning as intended for your materials.