How To Fix VL221 - Batch in item & already specified for material &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VL -

• Message number: 221

• Message text: Batch in item & already specified for material &

What causes this issue?

The <GL:batch>batch</> was either predefined in the sales order that
the delivery is based on or it was assigned to the delivery item
manually. Therefore, you can no longer carry out a
<DS:GLOS.3526BE8FAFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>batch split</> for the
delivery quantity of the items.

How to fix this error?

In order to make the batch split possible, you can cancel the
assignment of the delivery item to the batch, if the delivery's
processing status allows.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VL221 - Batch in item & already specified for material & ?

  The SAP error message VL221 indicates that a batch has already been specified for a material in the item of a delivery document. This typically occurs during the delivery process when you are trying to assign a batch to a material that has already been assigned a batch in the same delivery item.
  Cause:
  
  Batch Already Assigned: The most common cause of this error is that the batch for the specified material has already been entered in the delivery item.
  Delivery Document Status: The delivery document may be in a status that does not allow changes to the batch assignment.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that restrict batch handling or assignment.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Batch Assignment: Review the delivery item to see if a batch has already been assigned. If it has, you may need to either use that batch or remove it if appropriate.
  Change Batch Assignment: If you need to change the batch, you may need to delete the existing batch assignment first before assigning a new one.
  Review Delivery Document: Ensure that the delivery document is in a status that allows for changes. If it is already processed or completed, you may need to reverse or change the status before making adjustments.
  Consult Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the batch management settings are correctly configured for your materials and processes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Batch Management: Understand how batch management works in SAP, including how batches are created, assigned, and managed within the system.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VL01N (Create Outbound Delivery), VL02N (Change Outbound Delivery), and others that may be involved in the delivery process.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to batch management and delivery errors that may provide additional insights or solutions.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to batch assignments in the delivery document.
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting steps.