How To Fix VBDRV068 - No batches or derivations have been flagged for change

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VBDRV - Derivation of Batch Characteristics

• Message number: 068

• Message text: No batches or derivations have been flagged for change

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VBDRV068 - No batches or derivations have been flagged for change ?

  The SAP error message VBDRV068 indicates that there are no batches or derivations flagged for change in the context of batch management or material requirements planning. This error typically arises in scenarios where batch management is enabled, and the system is trying to process batch-related data but finds that there are no relevant batches or derivations available for the operation being performed.
  Causes:
  
  No Batches Available: The material in question may not have any batches created or available for the specified plant/storage location.
  Batch Status: The batches that exist may be in a status that does not allow them to be processed (e.g., blocked, expired).
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used in the transaction may not match any existing batches or derivations.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the material master data or batch master data that prevent the system from identifying valid batches.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for batch management may not be set up correctly, leading to the inability to flag batches for change.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Batch Availability: Verify that there are batches available for the material in the specified plant/storage location. You can do this by checking the batch management views in the material master.
  Review Batch Status: Ensure that the batches are not blocked or in a status that prevents them from being used. You can check the status of batches in the batch management transaction (e.g., MSC3N).
  Adjust Selection Criteria: Review and adjust the selection criteria used in the transaction to ensure they match the available batches.
  Update Master Data: If there are issues with the material or batch master data, consider updating or correcting the data as necessary.
  Configuration Review: If you suspect configuration issues, consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to review the settings related to batch management and ensure they are correctly set up.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on batch management and the specific transaction you are using.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  MSC1N: Create Batch
  MSC2N: Change Batch
  MSC3N: Display Batch
  
  
  Batch Management: Understand the principles of batch management in SAP, including how batches are created, managed, and utilized in various processes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential bug fixes or additional guidance.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or your internal SAP team for further investigation.