How To Fix M3689 - Supplier batch can no longer be changed

M3689 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M3 - Material Master

• Message number: 689

• Message text: Supplier batch can no longer be changed

What causes this issue?

You have attempted to change the supplier batch although goods have
already been received for this batch. The field for the last goods
receipt is filled.

System Response

The change is cancelled by the system since it is not allowed.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M3689 - Supplier batch can no longer be changed ?

  The SAP error message M3689, "Supplier batch can no longer be changed," typically occurs in the context of inventory management and batch management within SAP. This error indicates that the system has determined that the supplier batch you are trying to modify is no longer eligible for changes due to certain conditions or statuses.
  Causes:
  
  Batch Status: The supplier batch may have been set to a status that prevents changes. For example, it could be marked as "used," "blocked," or "delivered."
  Document Flow: If there are subsequent documents (like goods receipts, invoices, etc.) that reference the batch, it may lock the batch from being modified.
  Batch Management Settings: The configuration settings in the batch management may restrict changes to certain batches based on their lifecycle or status.
  Time Constraints: There may be time constraints set in the system that prevent changes to batches after a certain period.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Batch Status: Review the status of the supplier