How To Fix M3690 - Document & will be posted for the change in batch status

M3690 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M3 - Material Master

• Message number: 690

• Message text: Document & will be posted for the change in batch status

What causes this issue?

You have changed the status of the batch from "unrestricted" to
"restricted" or vice versa.

System Response

This causes the system to make a transfer posting for the stock. It
creates material document &V1& for the transfer posting and a change
document for the change in status.

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 M3690 - Document & will be posted for the change in batch status ?

  The SAP error message M3690 indicates that a document will be posted for a change in batch status. This message typically arises in the context of batch management in SAP, particularly when there is a change in the status of a batch (e.g., from "available" to "restricted" or "blocked"). 
  
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons, including:
  
  Batch Status Change: A batch status change is being attempted, but the system requires a document to be posted to reflect this change.
  Missing Configuration: The necessary configuration for batch management may not be set up correctly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the required authorizations to perform the batch status change.
  Incomplete Data: Required fields or data may be missing in the batch or material master records.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the M3690 error, consider the following steps:
  
  Check Batch Status: Verify the current status of the batch you are trying to change. Ensure that the status change