How To Fix QV183 - Use existing batch; batch &1 does not exist for material &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QV - QM usage decisions

• Message number: 183

• Message text: Use existing batch; batch &1 does not exist for material &2

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Follow-up actions cannot assume that stock postings that have been
started have been completed. This will change for Release 3.0.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QV183 - Use existing batch; batch &1 does not exist for material &2 ?

  The SAP error message QV183 "Use existing batch; batch &1 does not exist for material &2" typically occurs in the context of batch management in SAP, particularly when dealing with materials that are managed in batches. This error indicates that the system is unable to find the specified batch for the given material.
  Cause:
  
  Batch Not Created: The batch specified in the transaction does not exist in the system for the material in question.
  Incorrect Batch Number: The batch number entered may be incorrect or mistyped.
  Batch Management Settings: The material may not be set up for batch management, or the batch management settings may not be correctly configured.
  Batch Deletion: The batch may have been deleted or is no longer valid.
  Plant/Storage Location Issues: The batch may exist, but not in the specified plant or storage location.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Batch Existence:
  
  Check if the batch number exists for the material using transaction code MMBE (Stock Overview) or MSC3N (Display Batch).
  Ensure that you are looking in the correct plant and storage location.
  
  
  
  Check Batch Management Settings:
  
  Ensure that the material is set up for batch management. You can check this in the material master (transaction code MM02).
  Go to the "Purchasing" or "Plant Data/Storage" views and verify that the "Batch Management" checkbox is selected.
  
  
  
  Correct Batch Number:
  
  If the batch number is incorrect, re-enter the correct batch number that exists for the material.
  
  
  
  Create a New Batch:
  
  If the batch does not exist and you need to create it, you can do so using transaction code MSC1N (Create Batch).
  
  
  
  Check for Deletion:
  
  If the batch was deleted, you may need to create a new batch or restore the necessary data if possible.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP administrator or support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Batch Management: Understand how batch management works in SAP, including how to create, manage, and delete batches.
  Material Master Data: Familiarize yourself with the material master data setup, especially the views related to batch management.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MMBE: Stock Overview
  MSC1N: Create Batch
  MSC3N: Display Batch
  MM02: Change Material Master
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the appropriate solution.