How To Fix XU050 - Classification of batch for movement type & not active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: XU - Messages for Quantity Conversion at Batch Level (Steel-AI)

• Message number: 050

• Message text: Classification of batch for movement type & not active

What causes this issue?

The classification is not active for this movement type. The receiving
batch was not classified with reference to the issuing batch

System Response

Quantity conversion to the receiving batch is carried out for all
product units at the planned value
If this message is an error message, a conversion error occurred during
classification of the receiving batch. The system cannot continue
processing this item

How to fix this error?

If this message is an error message, cancel processing of this item
Contact your system administrator
Activate the classification for this movement type in Customizing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message XU050 - Classification of batch for movement type & not active ?

  The SAP error message XU050, which states "Classification of batch for movement type & not active," typically occurs when you are trying to perform a goods movement (such as a goods receipt or goods issue) for a batch that has not been classified for the specified movement type. This can happen in various scenarios, particularly when dealing with batch management in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Batch Classification Not Active: The batch you are trying to use has not been classified for the movement type you are attempting to execute. This means that the system does not recognize the batch as valid for that specific type of movement.
  Movement Type Configuration: The movement type may not be configured to allow the use of certain batches, or the classification for that movement type may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Batch Status: The batch may be in a status that does not allow it to be used for the movement type in question.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Batch Classification:
  
  Go to the batch management transaction (e.g., MSC3N) and check the classification of the batch in question. Ensure that it is classified for the movement type you are trying to use.
  If the batch is not classified, you may need to classify it appropriately using the transaction for batch classification (e.g., MSC2N).
  
  
  
  Review Movement Type Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the movement type in the SAP system (transaction OMJJ). Ensure that the movement type is set up to allow the use of the batch.
  Verify that the movement type is linked to the correct batch management settings.
  
  
  
  Batch Status Check:
  
  Ensure that the batch is in a status that allows it to be used for the desired movement type. You can check the status of the batch in the batch management transaction.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific details on how to classify batches and configure movement types.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error does not occur again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Batch Management: Understand the principles of batch management in SAP, including how batches are created, classified, and managed.
  Movement Types: Familiarize yourself with the different movement types in SAP and their configurations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further troubleshooting.