How To Fix M7047 - Material & in plant & not managed in batches

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M7 - Inventory Management and Physical Inventory

• Message number: 047

• Message text: Material & in plant & not managed in batches

What causes this issue?

Material &V1& is subject neither to <GL:batch>batch management</> nor
to <GL:split_valuation>split valuation</> in plant &V2&.
In consequence:
you cannot enter a batch in the case of a goods movement or a physical
inventory, and
you cannot perform any functions involving batches (for example,
display batch stocks).

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

If you have entered a batch, cancel the entry.
If you have called up a function involving batches, choose another
function.
INCLUDE MB_NA_MM03

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M7047 - Material & in plant & not managed in batches ?

  The SAP error message M7047, which states "Material & in plant & not managed in batches," typically occurs when you attempt to perform a transaction involving a material that is not set up for batch management in the specified plant. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Batch Management Not Activated: The material in question is not configured to be managed in batches in the material master data.
  Plant-Specific Settings: The batch management setting may be activated at the company code level but not at the plant level for the specific material.
  Transaction Type: The transaction you are trying to perform (e.g., goods movement, inventory management) requires batch management, but the material is not set up accordingly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03).
  Check the "Basic Data" and "Plant Data" views to see if the batch management indicator is set.
  If it is not set, you may need to change the material type or create a new material that is batch-managed.
  
  
  
  Activate Batch Management:
  
  If the material should be managed in batches, you can activate batch management by changing the material type or adjusting the settings in the material master.
  Use transaction code MM02 to modify the material master and set the "Batch Management" indicator in the relevant views.
  
  
  
  Review Plant Settings:
  
  Ensure that the plant settings allow for batch management. This can be checked in the configuration settings (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to Logistics - General > Material Master > Basic Settings > Batch Management and ensure that the settings are correctly configured for the plant.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to make changes, consult with your SAP administrator or the person responsible for material master data management in your organization.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Batch Management: This is a feature in SAP that allows for the tracking and management of materials in batches, which is particularly useful for industries where product quality and traceability are critical (e.g., pharmaceuticals, food and beverage).
  Material Types: Different material types in SAP have different characteristics, including whether they can be managed in batches. Common material types that support batch management include FERT (finished goods) and HALB (semi-finished goods).
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  MM02: Change Material Master
  SPRO: Access to SAP Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the M7047 error and ensure that your material is correctly set up for batch management in SAP.