How To Fix /PF1/MSG_CP120 - Batch &1 was posted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_CP -

• Message number: 120

• Message text: Batch &1 was posted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_CP120 - Batch &1 was posted ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_CP120 Batch &1 was posted typically indicates that a batch of materials has already been posted in the system, and therefore, any further actions that require that batch to be unposted or modified cannot be performed. This error is often encountered in the context of inventory management, production planning, or batch management processes.
  Cause:
  
  Batch Already Posted: The primary cause of this error is that the specified batch (&1) has already been posted in the system, meaning that it has been used in a transaction that has been completed.
  Transaction Restrictions: Certain transactions may not allow modifications or unposting of batches that have already been posted.
  Batch Status: The batch may have a status that prevents further actions, such as being locked for quality inspection or being in a restricted status.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Batch Status: Verify the status of the batch in question. You can do this by navigating to the batch management transaction (e.g., MSC3N for display) and checking the status and details of the batch.
  Review Transaction History: Look into the transaction history of the batch to understand where it has been posted and if it can be reversed or modified.
  Unposting: If the batch needs to be unposted, you may need to reverse the original transaction that posted the batch. This could involve using specific transaction codes depending on the type of posting (e.g., MBST for reversing goods movements).
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for handling batch postings and unpostings.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  MSC3N: Display Batch
  MBST: Cancel Material Document
  MB1A: Goods Withdrawal
  MB1B: Transfer Posting
  
  
  Batch Management: Understanding batch management concepts in SAP can help in troubleshooting issues related to batch postings.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform actions on batches, as restrictions may lead to errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and address the error message regarding the posted batch in SAP.