How To Fix MSR_REPLACEMENT132 - Batch &1 not maintained for material &2 (check your entries)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MSR_REPLACEMENT - Messages for Transactions MSR_VRM and MSR_RM_LFU

• Message number: 132

• Message text: Batch &1 not maintained for material &2 (check your entries)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MSR_REPLACEMENT132 - Batch &1 not maintained for material &2 (check your entries) ?

  The SAP error message MSR_REPLACEMENT132 indicates that a specific batch is not maintained for a given material. This error typically arises in the context of batch management in SAP, where certain materials are managed in batches, and the system requires that a valid batch be specified for transactions involving those materials.
  Cause:
  
  Batch Not Created: The batch specified in the transaction does not exist for the material in question.
  Batch Not Maintained: The batch may exist, but it has not been properly maintained or activated for the material.
  Incorrect Batch Entry: The batch number entered may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Material Master Settings: The material may not be set up for batch management, or the batch management settings may not be correctly configured.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Batch Existence:
  
  Go to the batch management transaction (e.g., using transaction code MSC3N).
  Enter the material number and check if the batch exists.
  
  
  
  Create or Maintain Batch:
  
  If the batch does not exist, create a new batch for the material using transaction code MSC1N.
  If the batch exists but is not maintained, ensure that all necessary data is filled in.
  
  
  
  Verify Material Master Settings:
  
  Check the material master record (transaction code MM03) to ensure that the material is set up for batch management.
  Ensure that the relevant views (e.g., Basic Data, Purchasing, Sales, etc.) are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Correct Batch Entry:
  
  Double-check the batch number entered in the transaction to ensure it is correct and matches the format expected by SAP.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on batch management and error resolution.
  
  
  
  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 like pharmaceuticals, food and beverage, and chemicals.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MSC1N: Create Batch
  MSC2N: Change Batch
  MSC3N: Display Batch
  MM03: Display Material Master
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to batch management and this specific error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP's support portal for further assistance.