How To Fix LOBM_MESSAGES036 - Error in assigning automatic batch number.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LOBM_MESSAGES - Message class for LOBM services

• Message number: 036

• Message text: Error in assigning automatic batch number.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LOBM_MESSAGES036 - Error in assigning automatic batch number. ?

  The SAP error message LOBM_MESSAGES036 indicates that there is an issue with assigning an automatic batch number during the batch management process. This error typically arises in scenarios where batch management is enabled for materials, and the system is unable to generate or assign a batch number automatically.
  Causes of the Error
  
  
  Batch Management Configuration: The material may not be properly configured for batch management. This includes settings in the material master that dictate how batches are handled.
  
  
  Batch Number Range: The batch number range may not be defined or may be exhausted. If the system cannot find a valid batch number to assign, it will trigger this error.
  
  
  Batch Determination Procedure: There may be issues with the batch determination procedure, which could be incorrectly set up or not applicable for the material in question.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or assign batch numbers.
  
  
  System Settings: There may be system settings or parameters that are not correctly configured, affecting batch number assignment.
  
  
  Solutions
  
  
  Check Material Master Settings:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and ensure that the batch management indicator is set correctly for the relevant plant and storage location.
  
  
  
  Review Batch Number Ranges:
  
  Check the configuration for batch number ranges in the customizing settings (transaction code SPRO). Ensure that the number range is defined and that there are available numbers.
  
  
  
  Batch Determination Configuration:
  
  Review the batch determination procedure in the system. Ensure that it is correctly set up and applicable to the material and transaction type you are working with.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to create and assign batch numbers. This can be checked with the security team or through transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  System Parameters:
  
  Check for any relevant system parameters that may affect batch management. This can include settings in the configuration that dictate how batches are handled.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Batch Management in SAP: Understanding how batch management works in SAP can help in troubleshooting. Batch management allows for tracking and managing inventory at a batch level, which is crucial for industries like pharmaceuticals and food.
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  SU53: Authorization Check
  
  
  
  SAP Community and Forums: Engaging with the SAP community through forums can provide insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the LOBM_MESSAGES036 error and implement a solution to resolve it.