How To Fix PMMO_MM_INTEGRATION026 - Sending and receiving material must belong to the same batch

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PMMO_MM_INTEGRATION - Messages for PMMO Integration with MM-IM

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Sending and receiving material must belong to the same batch

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PMMO_MM_INTEGRATION026 - Sending and receiving material must belong to the same batch ?

  The SAP error message PMMO_MM_INTEGRATION026, which states "Sending and receiving material must belong to the same batch," typically occurs in the context of batch management in SAP, particularly when dealing with materials that are managed in batches. This error indicates that there is a mismatch between the batch numbers of the materials involved in a transaction, such as a transfer or a goods movement.
  Cause:
  
  Batch Management: The materials involved in the transaction are batch-managed, meaning they are tracked by specific batch numbers.
  Different Batches: The sending material (the material being moved or transferred) and the receiving material (the material being received) are from different batches. This can happen if:
  
  The batch number of the sending material does not match the batch number of the receiving material.
  The system is configured to require that both materials must be from the same batch for the transaction to proceed.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Batch Numbers: Verify the batch numbers of both the sending and receiving materials. Ensure that they are the same.
  
  You can do this by checking the material document or the batch information in the material master record.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Transaction: If the batch numbers are different, you will need to either:
  
  Change the batch number of the sending material to match the receiving material.
  Change the receiving material to match the sending material, if applicable.
  
  
  
  Review Batch Management Settings: If this error occurs frequently, review the batch management settings in your SAP system to ensure they align with your business processes. You may need to adjust the configuration to allow for different batch numbers if that is acceptable for your operations.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on batch management and handling batch-related errors.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide assistance based on your specific configuration and business processes.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Batch Management in SAP: Understanding how batch management works in SAP can help prevent this error. Batch management allows for tracking materials by specific batches, which is crucial for industries like pharmaceuticals, food, and chemicals.
  Material Master Data: Ensure that the material master data is correctly maintained, including batch management settings.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MB1A (Goods Withdrawal), MB1B (Transfer Posting), and MB1C (Other Goods Receipts) to understand where this error might occur.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.