How To Fix L3003 - Enter batch in the delivery for material & item &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: L3 -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Enter batch in the delivery for material & item &

What causes this issue?

The material that you want to pick requires a batch number. Since no
batch number was entered into the delivery, data for the batches found
by the system cannot be transmitted to the SD system.

How to fix this error?

Enter a batch number into the <GL:delivery>delivery</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message L3003 - Enter batch in the delivery for material & item & ?

  The SAP error message L3003, which states "Enter batch in the delivery for material & item &," typically occurs in the context of handling batch-managed materials in SAP. This error indicates that a batch number is required for the specified material in the delivery document, but it has not been provided.
  Cause:
  
  Batch Management: The material in question is set up for batch management, meaning that it requires a specific batch number to be tracked.
  Delivery Document: When creating or processing a delivery document, the system expects a batch number to be entered for each batch-managed item.
  Missing Batch Information: The user may have forgotten to enter the batch number, or the batch number may not be available in the system for the specified material.
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter Batch Number: When you encounter this error, you need to enter a valid batch number for the material in the delivery document. This can typically be done in the delivery item details.
  Check Batch Availability: Ensure that the batch you are trying to use is available and has stock in the relevant storage location. You can check this in the material master or batch management views.
  Review Material Master Settings: Verify that the material is correctly set up for batch management in the material master. Check the following:
  
  Go to the material master (transaction code MM03) and check the "Basic Data" and "Plant Data/Storage" views.
  Ensure that the "Batch Management" indicator is set.
  
  
  Use Batch Search Strategy: If applicable, ensure that a batch search strategy is defined for the material. This can help in automatically determining the appropriate batch during delivery processing.
  Consult with Your SAP Team: If you are unsure about the correct batch number or if there are issues with batch management settings, consult with your SAP support team or a colleague who is knowledgeable about batch management in your organization.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Batch Management in SAP: Batch management allows for tracking and managing materials in specific batches, which is essential for industries where product quality and traceability are critical (e.g., pharmaceuticals, food and beverage).
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  VL01N: Create Outbound Delivery
  VL02N: Change Outbound Delivery
  
  
  SAP Help Documentation: Refer to SAP's official documentation for more detailed information on batch management and handling delivery documents.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the L3003 error and successfully process your delivery document.