How To Fix L3713 - The function "Display batch search" cannot be executed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: L3 -

• Message number: 713

• Message text: The function "Display batch search" cannot be executed

What causes this issue?

The function <ls>Display batch determination</> cannot be executed for
one of the following reasons:
the material is not subject to batch processing
the general batch determination function is not activated via the batch
number or the movement type.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message L3713 - The function "Display batch search" cannot be executed ?

  The SAP error message L3713, which states "The function 'Display batch search' cannot be executed," typically occurs in the context of batch management in SAP. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution. Here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the batch search function.
  Configuration Issues: The batch management configuration may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Missing Batch Data: The batch data may not be available or properly maintained in the system.
  System Errors: There could be temporary system issues or inconsistencies in the database.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access batch management functions. This can be checked in transaction code SU53 or by consulting with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Review Batch Management Configuration:
  
  Verify that batch management is correctly configured in the system. This includes checking the settings in the material master and ensuring that batch management is activated for the relevant materials.
  
  
  
  Check Batch Data:
  
  Ensure that the batch data exists for the materials you are trying to access. You can check this in transaction code MSC3N (Display Batch) to see if the batch is available.
  
  
  
  System Check:
  
  If the issue persists, check for any system errors or inconsistencies. You may want to run transaction code SM21 (System Log) to look for any relevant error messages or issues.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error. Sometimes, there are known issues with specific versions of SAP that have been documented.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If none of the above solutions work, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant context.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  MSC1N: Create Batch
  MSC2N: Change Batch
  MSC3N: Display Batch
  MB52: List Warehouse Stocks on Hand
  
  
  Batch Management Documentation: Review SAP documentation on batch management for a deeper understanding of how it works and best practices for configuration and usage.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.