How To Fix VL246 - Confirmed batch &1 is different from batch &2 for main item

VL246 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VL -

• Message number: 246

• Message text: Confirmed batch &1 is different from batch &2 for main item

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VL246 - Confirmed batch &1 is different from batch &2 for main item ?

  The SAP error message VL246 indicates that there is a discrepancy between the confirmed batch and the batch associated with the main item in a delivery or sales order. This typically occurs in the context of batch management, where specific batches of materials are tracked and managed within the system.
  
  Cause:
  The error can arise due to several reasons:
  
  Batch Assignment Mismatch: The batch that has been confirmed for the delivery does not match the batch that is assigned to the main item in the order.
  Incorrect Batch Determination: The system may have determined a different batch during the picking or delivery process than what was expected or specified in the order.
  Manual Changes: If there were manual changes made to the batch assignment after the confirmation, this could lead to inconsistencies.
  Stock Availability Issues: If the stock for the confirmed batch is not available or has been changed, it may lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
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