How To Fix PK626 - Warehouse must define batch &3, if material &1 &2 defines no batches

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PK - Production - KANBAN

• Message number: 626

• Message text: Warehouse must define batch &3, if material &1 &2 defines no batches

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PK626 - Warehouse must define batch &3, if material &1 &2 defines no batches ?

  The SAP error message PK626 indicates that there is an issue with batch management in the context of warehouse management. Specifically, the error message states that the warehouse must define a batch for a material, but the material in question is not set up to use batches. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Batch Management Configuration: The material (identified by &1 and &2) is not configured to use batch management in the material master data. This means that the system does not expect to manage inventory in batches for this material.
  Warehouse Management Settings: The warehouse (identified by &3) is set up to require batch management for the materials it handles. This creates a conflict when trying to process transactions involving the specified material.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the PK626 error, you can take one of the following actions:
  
  
  Adjust Material Master Settings:
  
  Go to the material master record for the affected material (transaction code MM02).
  Navigate to the "Basic Data" or "Plant Data / Storage" views.
  Ensure that the "Batch Management" indicator is set correctly. If the material should not use batches, ensure that the batch management option is disabled.
  
  
  
  Adjust Warehouse Management Settings:
  
  If the material should indeed use batches, you may need to adjust the warehouse settings to allow for batch management.
  Check the warehouse configuration (transaction code SPRO) to see if the warehouse is set to require batch management for all materials. If so, you may need to change this setting or create a new warehouse that does not require batch management for this specific material.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the implications of changing batch management settings, consult with your SAP functional team or a consultant who specializes in materials management and warehouse management.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Batch Management: This is a feature in SAP that allows for the tracking and management of inventory in batches, which is particularly useful for materials that have expiration dates or require quality control.
  Material Master Data: This is a central repository of information related to materials in SAP. It includes various views that define how materials are managed in different contexts (e.g., purchasing, inventory management, sales).
  Warehouse Management (WM): This module in SAP is used to manage warehouse operations, including inventory management, picking, and shipping. It has specific settings that can enforce batch management for materials.
  
  By addressing the configuration of either the material master or the warehouse management settings, you should be able to resolve the PK626 error and proceed with your transactions.