How To Fix VBDOCUBATCH006 - Characteristic value assignment for batch &1 char. &2 is incomplete

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VBDOCUBATCH - Documentary Batch

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Characteristic value assignment for batch &1 char. &2 is incomplete

What causes this issue?

The characteristic value assignment of batch <(>&<)>1 characteristic
<(>&<)>2 is incomplete.

System Response

Class <(>&<)>3 contains mandatory characteristics to which values have
not been assigned.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response
Depending on the system settings, a warning or an error message is
issued.
If a warning (W) is issued, the system allows the entry, but warns you
in case the entry was unintentional.
If an error message (E) is issued, the entry is not allowed.
If you do not assign values to the mandatory characteristics, the
classification is stored incompletely if no error message is triggered.

How to fix this error?

Go to batch classification again, and assign all required values to the
characteristics.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VBDOCUBATCH006 - Characteristic value assignment for batch &1 char. &2 is incomplete ?

  The SAP error message VBDOCUBATCH006 indicates that there is an issue with the assignment of characteristic values for a batch in the context of batch management. This error typically arises when a batch is being processed, and the system finds that the required characteristic values for that batch are incomplete or missing.
  Cause:
  
  Incomplete Characteristic Assignment: The batch in question does not have all the required characteristics assigned. This can happen if the batch was created without specifying all necessary characteristics or if the characteristics were not properly maintained in the material master.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for batch management may not be set up correctly, leading to missing or incomplete characteristic assignments.
  Data Entry Errors: During the creation or modification of the batch, there may have been errors in data entry, resulting in missing values for required characteristics.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Batch Characteristics:
  
  Go to the batch management screen and check the characteristics assigned to the batch. Ensure that all required characteristics are filled in.
  You can use transaction code MSC3N (Display Batch) to view the batch details and verify the characteristic values.
  
  
  
  Maintain Material Master:
  
  Ensure that the material master data is correctly maintained. Go to transaction code MM02 (Change Material) and check the batch management view to ensure that all required characteristics are defined for the material.
  
  
  
  Update Characteristic Values:
  
  If you find that certain characteristic values are missing, you can update them using transaction code MSC2N (Change Batch) to add the necessary values.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, review the configuration settings for batch management in the SAP system. This may involve checking the settings in the customizing (SPRO) for batch management and ensuring that all necessary characteristics are defined and required.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on batch management and characteristic assignments.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Batch Management: This is a feature in SAP that allows for the tracking and management of inventory in batches, which is particularly useful for industries like pharmaceuticals, food and beverage, and chemicals.
  Characteristic Values: These are specific attributes assigned to batches that can include things like expiration dates, quality specifications, or other relevant data.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MSC1N: Create Batch
  MSC2N: Change Batch
  MSC3N: Display Batch
  MM02: Change Material Master
  SPRO: Customizing settings
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the batch characteristic values are correctly assigned.