How To Fix WM559 - No lot article found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WM - IS-R Assortments

• Message number: 559

• Message text: No lot article found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WM559 - No lot article found ?

  The SAP error message WM559 ("No lot article found") typically occurs in the Warehouse Management (WM) module when the system is unable to find a lot for a specific article during a warehouse process, such as picking, putaway, or inventory management. This can happen for several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue.
  Causes of WM559 Error
  
  
  Missing Lot Assignment: The article in question may not have a lot assigned to it in the system. This can happen if the article is not set up for lot management or if the lot information was not properly recorded during goods receipt.
  
  
  Incorrect Material Master Data: The material master data for the article may not be configured correctly. For example, the lot management settings may not be activated for the material.
  
  
  Warehouse Management Settings: The warehouse management settings may not be properly configured to handle lot-managed materials.
  
  
  Stock Type Issues: The stock type (e.g., unrestricted, quality inspection) may not have any lots assigned, or the stock may be in a status that does not allow for lot assignment.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data between the material master, batch master, and stock overview.
  
  
  Solutions to WM559 Error
  
  
  Check Lot Assignment:
  
  Verify if the article is set up for lot management in the material master (MM01/MM02).
  Ensure that the lot is created and assigned to the article in the batch management settings.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record and check the "Plant Data / Storage" view to ensure that lot management is activated.
  Ensure that the relevant storage location is set up for lot management.
  
  
  
  Check Warehouse Management Configuration:
  
  Review the warehouse management settings to ensure that they are configured to handle lot-managed materials.
  Check the warehouse number and storage type settings to ensure they are correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Inspect Stock Overview:
  
  Use transaction code MMBE to check the stock overview for the material and see if there are any lots available.
  Ensure that the stock type you are working with has available lots.
  
  
  
  Batch Management:
  
  Use transaction code MSC2N to check the batch details and ensure that the batch exists and is active.
  If necessary, create a new batch for the material.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run a consistency check to ensure that there are no discrepancies between the material master, batch master, and stock overview.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM01/MM02: Material Master Maintenance
  MMBE: Stock Overview
  MSC2N: Change Batch
  MB1C: Goods Movement (for creating stock)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to WM559.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on lot management and warehouse management processes.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the WM559 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.