How To Fix MILL_SD015 - Item &1: Characteristics changed. Assign a new batch number

MILL_SD015 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MILL_SD - Messages from Sales

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Item &1: Characteristics changed. Assign a new batch number

What causes this issue?

Due to the batch type (single-unit batch or product quantity batch) it
might be necessary to assign a new batch number to this item since the
characteristic value has been changed.
It might not be possible to post a goods receipt at a later time for
this batch type.

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?

Create a new batch by choosing the <LS>Create Batch</> push button.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MILL_SD015 - Item &1: Characteristics changed. Assign a new batch number ?

  The SAP error message MILL_SD015 indicates that there has been a change in the characteristics of a material item (in this case, a batch item) that requires a new batch number to be assigned. This typically occurs in the context of batch management in SAP, where specific characteristics of a batch (such as quality attributes, production date, etc.) are critical for tracking and managing inventory.
  
  Cause:
  
  Change in Characteristics: The characteristics of the batch item have been modified. This could be due to changes in quality inspection results, production parameters, or other attributes that are defined in the material master.
  Batch Management Settings: The material is set up for batch management, and any change in the characteristics necessitates a new batch to ensure traceability and compliance with quality standards.
  Data Entry Errors: Sometimes, manual data entry errors or incorrect updates to the material master can lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Assign a New Batch: The immediate