How To Fix /SCWM/BATCH066 - Not able to determine the internal key of characteristic &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/BATCH -

• Message number: 066

• Message text: Not able to determine the internal key of characteristic &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/BATCH066 - Not able to determine the internal key of characteristic &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/BATCH066 indicates that the system is unable to determine the internal key of a characteristic specified in the error message. This typically occurs in the context of batch management or handling characteristics in the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Characteristics: The characteristic specified in the error message may not be defined in the system or may not be assigned to the relevant batch or material.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the batch management settings or the characteristics themselves.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data related to the batch or material, such as missing entries in the characteristic value assignments.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the characteristic data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Definition:
  
  Go to the transaction code CT04 (Characteristic) and verify that the characteristic mentioned in the error message exists and is correctly defined.
  Ensure that the characteristic is assigned to the relevant class.
  
  
  
  Verify Batch and Material Data:
  
  Use transaction MM03 (Display Material) to check the material master data and ensure that the batch management settings are correctly configured.
  Check if the batch in question has the required characteristics assigned.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for batch management in the EWM system. This can be done through transaction SPRO and navigating to the relevant settings under Extended Warehouse Management.
  Ensure that the characteristics are properly linked to the batch management process.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run a consistency check for the batch data to identify any discrepancies. This can often be done through specific reports or transactions in EWM.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the characteristic data. This can be checked with the security team or through transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Batch Management in EWM: Understanding how batch management works in SAP EWM can help in troubleshooting issues related to characteristics and batches.
  Characteristic and Class Management: Familiarity with how characteristics and classes are managed in SAP can provide insights into potential configuration issues.
  SAP Community and Forums: Engaging with the SAP Community or forums can provide additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve SAP support for further investigation.