How To Fix VL200 - The batch does not exist in plant &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VL -

• Message number: 200

• Message text: The batch does not exist in plant &

What causes this issue?

This <GL:batch>batch</> specified does not exist in this plant.

System Response

An error message is produced when this batch is manually entered in the
delivery. If this error occurs when a delivery is being created for an
order, the order item will not be delivered.

How to fix this error?

Specifying a batch in the delivery
Enter a batch which exists in this plant.
Creating a delivery for an order
Correct the order item as appropriate.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VL200 - The batch does not exist in plant & ?

  The SAP error message VL200 indicates that the batch specified in a transaction does not exist in the specified plant. This error typically occurs during processes such as goods movements, deliveries, or inventory management when the system cannot find the batch in the designated plant.
  Causes of VL200 Error
  
  Batch Not Created: The batch may not have been created for the material in the specified plant.
  Incorrect Plant: The plant specified in the transaction may be incorrect or not associated with the batch.
  Batch Deletion: The batch may have been deleted or marked for deletion.
  Batch Management Not Activated: Batch management may not be activated for the material in the plant.
  Incorrect Material Number: The material number associated with the batch may be incorrect.
  Batch Status: The batch may be in a status that prevents it from being used (e.g., blocked or restricted).
  
  Solutions to VL200 Error
  
  
  Check Batch Existence:
  
  Use transaction code MSC3N (Display Batch) to check if the batch exists for the material in the specified plant.
  Ensure that the batch is active and not marked for deletion.
  
  
  
  Verify Plant and Material:
  
  Confirm that you are using the correct plant and material number in your transaction.
  Check if the batch is assigned to the correct plant.
  
  
  
  Create Batch:
  
  If the batch does not exist, create a new batch for the material in the specified plant using transaction code MSC1N (Create Batch).
  
  
  
  Check Batch Management Settings:
  
  Ensure that batch management is activated for the material in the plant. This can be checked in the material master data (transaction code MM02).
  
  
  
  Review Batch Status:
  
  Check the status of the batch to ensure it is not blocked or restricted. You can do this in the batch display transaction.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider consulting with your SAP support team or checking SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MSC1N: Create Batch
  MSC2N: Change Batch
  MSC3N: Display Batch
  MM02: Change Material Master
  MM03: Display Material Master
  
  
  
  Batch Management: Ensure that batch management is properly configured in your system for the relevant materials and plants.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches related to batch management and error VL200.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the VL200 error and implement the appropriate solution.