/SCWM/UI_PACKING099 - Enter an existing batch for the product

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/UI_PACKING -

• Message number: 099

• Message text: Enter an existing batch for the product

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/UI_PACKING099 - Enter an existing batch for the product ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/UI_PACKING099 typically occurs in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module when a user attempts to pack a product without specifying a valid batch. This error indicates that the system requires a batch number for the product being packed, but the user has either not entered one or has entered an invalid one.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Batch Information: The product being packed is batch-managed, and the system requires a valid batch number to proceed.
  Invalid Batch: The batch number entered does not exist in the system or is not valid for the specific product.
  Batch Management Settings: The product may be configured to require batch management, and the necessary settings are not correctly configured in the material master.
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter a Valid Batch: Ensure that you enter a valid batch number for the product. You can check the available batches for the product in the system.
  Check Batch Management Settings: Verify the material master settings for the product to ensure that it is set up correctly for batch management. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the material master record (transaction code MM03).
  Checking the "Basic Data" and "Plant Data" views to confirm that batch management is enabled.
  
  
  Batch Availability: If you are unsure about the available batches, you can use transaction code MSC3N to display batch information and confirm that the batch exists and is available for use.
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator: If you continue to face issues, it may be helpful to consult with your SAP administrator or support team to ensure that the system settings are correct and that there are no underlying issues with the batch management configuration.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Batch Management in SAP: Batch management is a feature in SAP that allows for the tracking of inventory in batches, which is particularly useful for products that have expiration dates or require traceability.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  MM03: Display Material
  MSC3N: Display Batch
  /SCWM/PACKING: Packing in EWM
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more detailed information on batch management and packing processes in EWM.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully pack the product in the SAP EWM system.