How To Fix VL202 - Batch & is only available from &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VL -

• Message number: 202

• Message text: Batch & is only available from &

What causes this issue?

For this <GL:batch>batch</>, a date is specified as of which the batch
is available. This date is in the future.

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 a
sales order, the order item will not be delivered.

How to fix this error?

Specifying a batch in the delivery
Enter a batch which is available.
Creating a delivery for a sales order
Correct the order item as appropriate.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VL202 - Batch & is only available from & ?

  The SAP error message VL202 indicates that a batch is only available from a specific location or storage location. This typically occurs in the context of inventory management and logistics when trying to process a delivery or goods movement involving batches.
  Cause:
  
  Batch Availability: The batch you are trying to use is restricted to a specific storage location or plant. This means that the batch cannot be used for the current transaction because it is not available in the location you are trying to access it from.
  Batch Management Settings: The configuration settings for batch management may restrict the availability of certain batches to specific locations.
  Stock Type: The stock type (e.g., unrestricted, quality inspection, blocked) may also affect the availability of the batch.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Batch Availability: Verify the availability of the batch in the specified storage location. You can do this by using transaction code MM03 (Display Material) and checking the batch stock in the relevant storage location.
  Change Storage Location: If the batch is not available in the current storage location, you may need to change the storage location in your delivery or goods movement document to one where the batch is available.
  Transfer Stock: If necessary, transfer the batch to the required storage location using a stock transfer process (e.g., using transaction code MB1B for transfer postings).
  Review Batch Management Configuration: Check the configuration settings for batch management in your SAP system to ensure that the batch is set up correctly and is not restricted unnecessarily.
  Consult with Inventory Management Team: If you are unsure about the batch's availability or the correct procedure, consult with your inventory management or logistics team for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  MM03: Display Material
  MB1B: Transfer Posting
  VL01N: Create Outbound Delivery
  VL02N: Change Outbound Delivery
  
  
  Batch Management: Understand how batch management works in SAP, including how batches are created, managed, and assigned to materials.
  Stock Overview: Use transaction code MMBE to get an overview of stock levels, including batch information for specific materials.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the VL202 error and successfully process your transactions involving batches.