How To Fix L4163 - Batch status management active. Stock category Q and S not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: L4 - LVS inventory

• Message number: 163

• Message text: Batch status management active. Stock category Q and S not allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message L4163 - Batch status management active. Stock category Q and S not allowed ?

  The SAP error message L4163 indicates that batch status management is active for the material in question, and it is not allowing stock categories Q (Quality Inspection) and S (Blocked Stock) for the batch. This typically occurs when you are trying to perform a transaction that involves stock in these categories, but the system is configured to restrict certain operations based on batch status.
  Cause:
  
  Batch Status Management: The material has batch management enabled, and the batch status does not allow the movement of stock in categories Q and S.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings for batch management may restrict certain stock categories based on the status of the batch.
  Stock Movement: You may be trying to perform a stock movement (like transfer posting, goods issue, etc.) that is not permitted for the current batch status.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Batch Status: Review the batch status of the material. You can do this by navigating to the batch management screen (Transaction code: MSC3N) and checking the status of the relevant batch.
  Change Batch Status: If the batch status is preventing the movement, you may need to change the batch status to allow the desired stock movement. This can be done using transaction code MSC2N (Change Batch).
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for batch management in the material master (Transaction code: MM02) and ensure that the settings for batch status management are appropriate for your business processes.
  Consult with a SAP Basis or Functional Consultant: If you are unsure about changing batch statuses or configuration settings, it is advisable to consult with a SAP Basis or Functional Consultant who can provide guidance based on your specific system setup and business requirements.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Batch Management: Understand how batch management works in SAP and the implications of batch statuses on stock movements.
  Stock Categories: Familiarize yourself with the different stock categories (e.g., unrestricted, quality inspection, blocked) and their uses in inventory management.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MSC3N: Display Batch
  MSC2N: Change Batch
  MM02: Change Material Master
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to batch management and stock categories.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and understand the implications of batch status management in your SAP environment.