How To Fix VHUMI109 - Material & does not allow batches

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VHUMI - Messages for material identification

• Message number: 109

• Message text: Material & does not allow batches

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VHUMI109 - Material & does not allow batches ?

  The SAP error message VHUMI109 indicates that the material in question does not allow batch management. This typically occurs when you attempt to perform a transaction that requires batch management (such as goods movement, production, or inventory management) on a material that is not configured to use batches.
  Cause:
  
  Material Master Configuration: The material is not set up for batch management in the material master record. This can happen if the batch management indicator is not activated for the material type or the specific material.
  Material Type: The material type assigned to the material may not support batch management.
  Plant Settings: The plant settings for the material may not allow batch management, even if the material itself is configured to allow it.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Settings:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03).
  Check the "Basic Data" and "Plant Data" views to see if the batch management indicator is set.
  If it is not set, you may need to change the material type or update the material master to enable batch management.
  
  
  
  Enable Batch Management:
  
  If the material should be managed in batches, you can enable batch management by changing the material type or updating the material master record.
  Use transaction code MM02 to change the material master and set the batch management indicator.
  
  
  
  Review Material Type:
  
  Ensure that the material type assigned to the material supports batch management. You can check this in the configuration settings (transaction code OMH1 for material types).
  If necessary, consult with your SAP configuration team to change the material type or create a new one that supports batch management.
  
  
  
  Check Plant Settings:
  
  Ensure that the plant settings allow for batch management. This can be checked in the configuration settings for the plant.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific steps related to your version of SAP and your organization's configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Batch Management: This is a feature in SAP that allows for tracking and managing inventory in batches, which is particularly useful for industries like pharmaceuticals, food and beverage, and chemicals.
  Material Types: Different material types in SAP have different characteristics and settings, including whether they can be managed in batches.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  MM02: Change Material Master
  OMH1: Configure Material Types
  
  
  
  If you continue to face issues after checking these settings, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.