How To Fix PHIL106 - Enter a lot or select No new numbers

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PHIL - Singapore and the Philippines

• Message number: 106

• Message text: Enter a lot or select No new numbers

What causes this issue?

You have either entered a lot number and selected <LS>No new numbers,
</> or left both fields empty.

How to fix this error?

To print out a new official receipt, enter a lot.
To reprint an official receipt, select <LS>No new numbers.</> The
system automatically determines the number from the official receipt
already printed.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PHIL106 - Enter a lot or select No new numbers ?

  The SAP error message PHIL106, which states "Enter a lot or select No new numbers," typically occurs in the context of inventory management or production processes where lot management is enabled. This error indicates that the system requires a lot number to be specified for the material being processed, or the user must indicate that no new lot numbers are to be created.
  Cause:
  
  Lot Management Requirement: The material in question is set up for lot management, meaning that it must be tracked by specific lot numbers.
  Missing Lot Number: The user has not entered a lot number when attempting to perform an action (e.g., goods receipt, production order confirmation).
  Configuration Settings: The material master or the configuration settings for the plant may require a lot number for the transaction being performed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter a Lot Number: If you have a specific lot number for the material, enter it in the relevant field. Ensure that the lot number is valid and exists in the system.
  Select "No New Numbers": If you do not want to create a new lot number, you can select the option for "No new numbers" if available. This option may be presented in the user interface depending on the transaction.
  Check Material Master Data: Review the material master data for the item in question to ensure that the lot management settings are correctly configured. You can do this by navigating to the material master record and checking the relevant views (e.g., Basic Data, Plant Data).
  Consult with Configuration Team: If you believe the settings are incorrect or if you need to change the lot management requirements, consult with your SAP configuration team or system administrator to adjust the settings as necessary.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Lot Management: Understand how lot management works in SAP, including how to create, manage, and track lots.
  Material Master: Familiarize yourself with the material master data and how it impacts inventory and production processes.
  Transaction Codes: Be aware of the relevant transaction codes (e.g., MIGO for goods movements, CO11N for production confirmations) where this error might occur.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on lot management and error handling.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to check for any specific customizations or enhancements in your SAP environment that could be affecting the behavior of lot management.