How To Fix N2M189 - Batch cannot be changed: Item is associated with different batches

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: N2M - Global Trade: Item Category Management

• Message number: 189

• Message text: Batch cannot be changed: Item is associated with different batches

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message N2M189 - Batch cannot be changed: Item is associated with different batches ?

  The SAP error message N2M189 indicates that a batch cannot be changed because the item is associated with different batches. This typically occurs in the context of inventory management and batch management in SAP, where specific items are tracked by batch numbers for quality control, traceability, and inventory management purposes.
  
  Cause:
  
  Batch Assignment: The item you are trying to change is already assigned to a specific batch, and the system does not allow changing the batch if there are multiple batches associated with that item.
  Stock Type: The item may be in a stock type (e.g., unrestricted, quality inspection, blocked) that does not allow for batch changes.
  Batch Management Settings: The configuration settings for batch management may restrict changes to batches under certain conditions.
  Open Transactions: There may be open transactions (like sales orders, purchase orders, or production orders) that are linked to the batch you are trying to change.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Batch Assignment: Verify the current