How To Fix /SCWM/RF_EN298 - Batch &1 not found for product &2 in manufacturing order

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/RF_EN -

• Message number: 298

• Message text: Batch &1 not found for product &2 in manufacturing order

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/RF_EN298 - Batch &1 not found for product &2 in manufacturing order ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/RF_EN298 indicates that a specific batch of a product is not found in the context of a manufacturing order. This error typically arises in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module when trying to process a manufacturing order that references a batch that does not exist in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Batch Not Created: The batch for the specified product may not have 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 provided in the manufacturing order may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Batch Management Settings: The product may not be set up for batch management, or the batch management settings may not be correctly configured.
  Data Synchronization Issues: There may be issues with data synchronization between different modules or systems (e.g., between EWM and the production planning module).
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Batch Existence: Verify if the batch exists in the system for the specified product. You can do this by using transaction codes like MMBE (Stock Overview) or MSC3N (Display Batch).
  Create Batch: If the batch does not exist, create it using the appropriate transaction (e.g., MSC1N for creating a batch).
  Verify Manufacturing Order: Check the manufacturing order to ensure that the correct batch number is referenced. If necessary, update the order with the correct batch.
  Review Batch Management Settings: Ensure that the product is correctly configured for batch management in the material master. Check the settings in the Basic Data 1 and Batch Management views.
  Check for Deletions: If the batch was deleted, you may need to recreate it or adjust the manufacturing order to reference an existing batch.
  Data Consistency: Ensure that there are no data consistency issues between different modules. If necessary, run consistency checks or consult with your SAP Basis team.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Batch Management: Understand how batch management works in SAP, including how to create, manage, and delete batches.
  Manufacturing Orders: Familiarize yourself with the process of creating and managing manufacturing orders in SAP.
  EWM Configuration: Review the configuration settings for Extended Warehouse Management, especially those related to batch management and inventory handling.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting.