How To Fix VL308 - For item &, batch split is forbidden due to missing GR assignment

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VL -

• Message number: 308

• Message text: For item &, batch split is forbidden due to missing GR assignment

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VL308 - For item &, batch split is forbidden due to missing GR assignment ?

  The SAP error message VL308 indicates that a batch split is not allowed for a specific item because there is a missing Goods Receipt (GR) assignment. This typically occurs in the context of handling batch-managed materials in logistics processes, particularly during delivery processing.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  Batch Management: The item in question is batch-managed, meaning it requires specific batches to be assigned to stock.
  Missing GR Assignment: The system cannot find a corresponding Goods Receipt assignment for the batch. This can happen if:
  
  The batch has not been assigned to the stock in the system.
  The batch is not available in the stock for the delivery.
  The batch is not properly linked to the material document.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the VL308 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Batch Assignment:
  
  Go to the material master data and verify that the batch is correctly assigned to the material.
  Ensure that the batch exists in the stock and is available for the delivery.
  
  
  
  Perform Goods Receipt:
  
  If the batch is not assigned, you may need to perform a Goods Receipt for the batch. This can be done through transaction codes like MIGO or MB1C, depending on your process.
  
  
  
  Check Stock Overview:
  
  Use transaction code MMBE to check the stock overview for the material and ensure that the batch is available in the required storage location.
  
  
  
  Review Delivery Document:
  
  Check the delivery document to ensure that the item is correctly set up for batch management and that the batch is specified.
  
  
  
  Batch Determination:
  
  If you are using batch determination, ensure that the batch determination process is correctly configured and that the system can find a suitable batch.
  
  
  
  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: MIGO (Goods Movement), MMBE (Stock Overview), VL02N (Change Outbound Delivery), VL03N (Display Outbound Delivery).
  Batch Management: Understand how batch management works in SAP, including how batches are created, assigned, and managed.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may provide additional insights or fixes related to this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the VL308 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.