How To Fix VBOB_MM_OB048 - No original batches exist for these selection criteria

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VBOB_MM_OB - Original Batch

• Message number: 048

• Message text: No original batches exist for these selection criteria

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VBOB_MM_OB048 - No original batches exist for these selection criteria ?

  The SAP error message VBOB_MM_OB048 indicates that there are no original batches available that meet the specified selection criteria during a batch determination process. This error typically occurs in the context of inventory management, production, or sales processes where batch management is enabled.
  Cause:
  The error can arise due to several reasons:
  
  No Available Batches: There are simply no batches that match the selection criteria defined in the batch determination process.
  Batch Status: The batches that exist may be in a status that does not allow them to be used (e.g., blocked, expired).
  Selection Criteria: The criteria set for the batch determination (such as plant, storage location, or batch characteristics) may be too restrictive or incorrect.
  Batch Management Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of batch management in the system, such as missing settings for the material or plant.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the master data or transactional data related to batches.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Batch Availability:
  
  Go to the batch management screen and check if there are any batches available for the material in question.
  Use transaction codes like MMBE (Stock Overview) or MSC3N (Display Batch) to view existing batches.
  
  
  
  Review Selection Criteria:
  
  Verify the selection criteria used in the batch determination process. Ensure that they are correctly set and not overly restrictive.
  Check if the plant, storage location, and other parameters are correctly specified.
  
  
  
  Batch Status:
  
  Check the status of the batches. Ensure that they are not blocked or expired. You can do this by reviewing the batch details in the batch management screen.
  
  
  
  Configuration Check:
  
  Review the configuration settings for batch management in the material master (transaction MM02) and ensure that batch management is properly activated for the material and plant.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency:
  
  Ensure that there are no inconsistencies in the master data. You may need to run consistency checks or consult with your SAP Basis team if there are underlying data issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional insights on batch determination and management.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to development tools, you can debug the batch determination process to identify where the selection criteria are failing.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Batch Management: Understand how batch management works in SAP, including how batches are created, managed, and selected during various processes.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MMBE, MSC3N, MB1A, MB1B, and MB1C for inventory management and batch processing.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to batch determination errors.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in inventory management and batch processing.