How To Fix L2421 - Mat.& is not subject to management in batches; batch spec.not allowed

L2421 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: L2 - Transfer requirements

• Message number: 421

• Message text: Mat.& is not subject to management in batches; batch spec.not allowed

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L2421 - Details

• The SAP error message L2421, which states "Material & is not subject to management in batches; batch specification not allowed," typically occurs when you attempt to perform a batch-related operation on a material that is not configured for batch management in the system. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  
  Cause:
  
  Material Configuration: The material in question is not set up for batch management in the material master. This means that the system does not recognize it as a batch-managed material.
  Batch Management Settings: The batch management settings in the material master may not be activated. This can happen if the material is defined as a non-batch-managed material.
  Transaction Context: The error can also occur if you are trying to perform a transaction that requires batch management (like goods movement, production, etc.) on a material that is not batch-managed.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Settings:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03).
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