How To Fix /SCWM/HUGENERAL028 - Batch &1 does not exist - choose an existing batch

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/HUGENERAL -

• Message number: 028

• Message text: Batch &1 does not exist - choose an existing batch

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/HUGENERAL028 - Batch &1 does not exist - choose an existing batch ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/HUGENERAL028 indicates that the system cannot find the specified batch (in this case, represented by &1). This error typically occurs in the context of Warehouse Management (WM) or Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when trying to perform operations that require a specific batch to be present in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Batch Not Created: The batch you are trying to use has not been created in the system.
  Batch Deletion: The batch may have been deleted or is no longer available in the system.
  Incorrect Batch Number: The batch number entered may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Batch Not Active: The batch may exist but is not active or not available for the current operation.
  Data Synchronization Issues: There may be issues with data synchronization between different systems or modules.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Batch Existence:
  
  Check if the batch exists in the system by using transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material) or MSC3N (Display Batch).
  Ensure that the batch number is correctly entered.
  
  
  
  Create or Reactivate Batch:
  
  If the batch does not exist, create it using transaction MSC1N (Create Batch).
  If the batch was deleted, you may need to create a new batch or reactivate it if possible.
  
  
  
  Check Batch Status:
  
  Ensure that the batch is active and available for the operation you are trying to perform. You can check the status in the batch master data.
  
  
  
  Review Batch Management Settings:
  
  Ensure that batch management is properly configured for the material in question. Check the material master data to confirm that batch management is enabled.
  
  
  
  Consult Logs and Documentation:
  
  Check system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context.
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for more information on batch management and related transactions.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Batch Management: Understand how batch management works in SAP, including how to create, manage, and delete batches.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03, MSC1N, MSC3N, and others related to batch management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential fixes or patches that may address the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /SCWM/HUGENERAL028 and successfully work with batches in your SAP system.