How To Fix M2404 - Generating updating for & &

M2404 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M2 - LIS: Generating and updating info structures

• Message number: 404

• Message text: Generating updating for & &

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M2404 - Details

• The SAP error message M2404 typically indicates an issue related to the generation of a material document during the updating process. This error can occur in various scenarios, such as during goods movements, inventory management, or when processing material documents.
  
  Cause:
  The error message M2404 ("Generating updating for & &") usually arises due to one or more of the following reasons:
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the material or the movement type being processed.
  Missing Master Data: Required master data (like material master, vendor, or customer data) may be missing or incomplete.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the operation.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the material management module or related areas.
  Batch Management Issues: If batch management is enabled, there could be issues with batch determination or batch status.
  Custom Code or Enhancements: Custom code or enhancements in the system may interfere