How To Fix MDU013 - Master data lot &1 (appl. &2) has status 'In Progress' from &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDU - Master Data Update: Master Data Lot

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Master data lot &1 (appl. &2) has status 'In Progress' from &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDU013 - Master data lot &1 (appl. &2) has status 'In Progress' from &3 ?

  The SAP error message MDU013 indicates that there is an issue with a master data lot that is currently in the status 'In Progress'. This typically occurs in the context of production or inventory management, where a lot is being processed but has not yet been completed or finalized.
  Cause:
  
  Incomplete Processing: The lot may be in the middle of a process (e.g., production, quality inspection) and has not yet been completed.
  Locked by Another Process: Another transaction or process may be holding a lock on the lot, preventing further actions.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or errors in the master data that need to be resolved before the lot can be processed further.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to change the status of the lot.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Lot Status: Review the status of the lot in the system. If it is indeed 'In Progress', determine what process is currently using it and whether it can be completed or canceled.
  Complete or Cancel the Process: If the lot is stuck in a process, complete or cancel the relevant transaction that is holding it in 'In Progress' status.
  Unlock the Lot: If the lot is locked by another user or process, coordinate with the relevant team to unlock it.
  Review Master Data: Check for any inconsistencies in the master data related to the lot. Correct any errors found.
  Permissions Check: Ensure that the user attempting to process the lot has the necessary permissions to do so.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material), MB52 (List Warehouse Stocks on Hand), or CO03 (Display Production Order) to investigate the lot's status and related data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on lot management and status handling.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the MDU013 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.