How To Fix LT024 - Material requires batch handling

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LT - LE-WM: View or Table Maintenance Error Messages

• Message number: 024

• Message text: Material requires batch handling

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LT024 - Material requires batch handling ?

  The SAP error message LT024 ("Material requires batch handling") typically occurs when you are trying to perform a warehouse management operation (like transferring or picking) for a material that is configured to require batch management, but the batch information is not provided or is incorrect.
  Cause:
  
  Batch Management Configuration: The material in question is set up in the system to require batch management, meaning that it must be handled in batches.
  Missing Batch Information: When performing a transaction, the system expects batch information to be provided, but it is either missing or not specified correctly.
  Incorrect Movement Type: The movement type being used may not be compatible with batch-managed materials.
  Material Master Settings: The material master record may not be properly configured to handle batch management.
  
  Solution:
  
  Provide Batch Information: Ensure that you specify the batch number when performing the transaction. This can usually be done in the transaction screen where you enter the material details.
  Check Material Master: Verify the material master settings for the material in question. Ensure that the batch management indicator is set correctly in the material master (under the "Basic Data" or "Warehouse Management" views).
  Movement Type: Ensure that you are using the correct movement type that supports batch management. Some movement types may not require batch information, while others do.
  Batch Creation: If no batches exist for the material, you may need to create a batch before proceeding with the transaction. This can be done through the batch management transaction (e.g., MSC1N for creating a batch).
  Check Warehouse Settings: Ensure that the warehouse settings are correctly configured to handle batch-managed materials.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Batch Management in SAP: Batch management allows for tracking and managing materials in batches, which is essential for industries where product traceability is critical (e.g., pharmaceuticals, food and beverage).
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MSC1N: Create Batch
  LT01: Create Transfer Order
  LT03: Create Transfer Order from Stock
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on batch management and warehouse management processes.
  
  By addressing the above points, you should be able to resolve the LT024 error and successfully complete your warehouse management transactions.