How To Fix VLMOVE024 - The batch & entered according to Customizing cannot be created

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VLMOVE - LE Error Messages Goods Movements

• Message number: 024

• Message text: The batch & entered according to Customizing cannot be created

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VLMOVE024 - The batch & entered according to Customizing cannot be created ?

  The SAP error message VLMOVE024 indicates that the system is unable to create a batch for a material based on the customizing settings. This error typically arises in the context of batch management, where certain conditions must be met for a batch to be created successfully.
  Causes of VLMOVE024
  
  
  Batch Management Settings: The material may not be properly configured for batch management in the material master. Check if the material is set to manage batches in the relevant views (e.g., Basic Data, Plant Data/Storage).
  
  
  Batch Creation Rules: The customizing settings for batch creation may not be aligned with the current transaction. For example, if the system is set to create batches automatically under certain conditions, but those conditions are not met, this error can occur.
  
  
  Batch Number Range: The batch number range may not be defined or may be exhausted. Ensure that the number range for batches is correctly set up in the customizing settings.
  
  
  Batch Status: The batch status may not allow for the creation of new batches. Check if there are any restrictions on the batch status that could prevent new batches from being created.
  
  
  Customizing Issues: There may be issues in the customizing settings related to batch management, such as incorrect configuration in the relevant transaction codes (e.g., OMC1 for batch management).
  
  
  Solutions for VLMOVE024
  
  
  Check Material Master: Verify that the material is set up for batch management. Go to the material master (transaction code MM03) and check the relevant views to ensure batch management is activated.
  
  
  Review Customizing Settings: Navigate to the customizing settings (transaction code SPRO) and review the batch management settings. Ensure that the settings align with your business processes and that the batch creation rules are correctly defined.
  
  
  Check Number Ranges: Go to transaction code OMC1 and check the number range settings for batches. Ensure that there is an available range for new batch numbers.
  
  
  Batch Status Review: Check the status of existing batches to ensure that they are not restricted from being used. You can do this by using transaction code MSC2N to view batch details.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to batch management and the specific error message for any additional insights or updates.
  
  
  Testing: After making any changes, perform a test transaction to see if the error persists. If it does, further investigation may be required.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM03: Display Material
  OMC1: Maintain Number Ranges for Batches
  MSC2N: Change Batch
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to batch management and the specific error message.
  
  
  Batch Management Documentation: Review SAP Help documentation on batch management for best practices and configuration guidelines.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in batch management.