How To Fix /SCWM/DLV_BATCH007 - Batch Creation Not Allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/DLV_BATCH -

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Batch Creation Not Allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/DLV_BATCH007 - Batch Creation Not Allowed ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/DLV_BATCH007 Batch Creation Not Allowed typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when there is an attempt to create a batch for a material that does not allow batch management or when certain conditions are not met for batch creation.
  Causes:
  
  Batch Management Not Activated: The material in question may not have batch management activated in the material master data.
  Batch Creation Settings: The settings in the system may not allow for batch creation under certain conditions, such as the status of the material or the warehouse.
  Material Type Restrictions: The material type may not support batch management.
  Warehouse Management Settings: The warehouse settings may restrict batch creation for certain processes or movements.
  Batch Number Range: There may be issues with the batch number range configuration, such as it being exhausted or not properly defined.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master (transaction MM03) and check if batch management is activated for the material. Ensure that the relevant views (like Basic Data 1, Plant Data/Storage 1) have batch management enabled.
  
  
  
  Review Batch Management Settings:
  
  Ensure that the batch management settings in the system allow for batch creation. This can be checked in the configuration settings under SPRO -> Logistics Execution -> Warehouse Management -> Batch Management.
  
  
  
  Verify Material Type:
  
  Check if the material type assigned to the material supports batch management. If not, consider changing the material type or creating a new material that supports batch management.
  
  
  
  Examine Warehouse Settings:
  
  Review the warehouse settings to ensure that there are no restrictions on batch creation for the specific warehouse or storage type.
  
  
  
  Check Batch Number Ranges:
  
  Verify the configuration of batch number ranges in the system. Ensure that the number range is defined and not exhausted.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to batch management and the specific error message for additional insights and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM03 (Display Material Master)
  SPRO (Customizing Implementation Guide)
  SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check table definitions related to batch management.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations: 
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create batches in the system.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the appropriate solution. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.