How To Fix VBDRV085 - Batch status cannot be derived - existing stocks

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VBDRV - Derivation of Batch Characteristics

• Message number: 085

• Message text: Batch status cannot be derived - existing stocks

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VBDRV085 - Batch status cannot be derived - existing stocks ?

  The SAP error message VBDRV085 indicates that the system is unable to derive the batch status for a batch due to existing stocks. This typically occurs in the context of batch management in SAP, where the system needs to determine the status of a batch (e.g., whether it is available, blocked, or in quality inspection) based on the current stock situation.
  
  Cause:
  The error can arise from several scenarios, including:
  
  Existing Stock: There are existing stocks of the batch that have a status that cannot be derived or is inconsistent with the expected status.
  Batch Status Configuration: The configuration for batch status management may not be set up correctly, leading to issues in deriving the status.
  Incomplete Batch Information: The batch may not have all the necessary information or attributes defined, which prevents the system from determining its status.
  Stock Movements: Recent stock movements or transactions that have not been processed correctly can lead to discrepancies