How To Fix MM406 - &: & dependent batch records exist

MM406 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MM - Messages for material master maintenance and Customizing

• Message number: 406

• Message text: &: & dependent batch records exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM406 - &: & dependent batch records exist ?

  The SAP error message MM406, which states "Dependent batch records exist," typically occurs in the context of batch management in the Materials Management (MM) module. This error indicates that there are dependent batch records associated with the batch you are trying to delete or modify, preventing the action from being completed.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  You attempt to delete or change a batch that has dependent records, such as stock transfers, production orders, or other transactions that reference that batch.
  The batch is still in use or linked to other documents, making it impossible to delete or modify without first addressing those dependencies.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MM406 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Dependent Records:
  
  Use transaction codes like MB52 (List Warehouse Stocks on Hand) or MB5B (Stocks for Posting Date) to check for any stock or transactions associated with the batch.
  You can also use transaction SE16N to query the relevant tables (e.g., MCHB for