How To Fix /SCWM/BATCH006 - Batch number & is not in external number range &2 of object &3


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  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: /SCWM/BATCH -

  • Message number: 006

  • Message text: Batch number & is not in external number range &2 of object &3

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/BATCH006 - Batch number & is not in external number range &2 of object &3 ?
    The SAP error message /SCWM/BATCH006 indicates that the batch number you are trying to use is not within the defined external number range for the specified object. This typically occurs in the context of batch management in SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) or other related modules.
    
    Cause: Batch Number Configuration: The batch number you are trying to use is not defined in the external number range for the batch management object. This can happen if the batch number is either incorrectly formatted or if it falls outside the defined range. Number Range Assignment: The number range for the batch might not be properly assigned or configured in the system. Batch Creation: If the batch was created manually or through a process that does not adhere to the defined number range, it may not be recognized by the system.
    Solution: Check Number Range Configuration: Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects). Look for the number range object related

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