How To Fix 9J025 - Material & cannot be posted due to mandatory serialization

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 9J -

• Message number: 025

• Message text: Material & cannot be posted due to mandatory serialization

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 9J025 - Material & cannot be posted due to mandatory serialization ?

  The SAP error message 9J025 indicates that a material cannot be posted because it requires mandatory serialization. This typically occurs in scenarios where the material is defined as serialized in the system, meaning that each individual unit of the material must be tracked with a unique serial number.
  Cause:
  
  Mandatory Serialization: The material in question is configured to require serialization, but the system does not have a serial number assigned to the material being posted.
  Configuration Settings: The material master record may have been set up to require serialization, but the necessary serial number information is missing during the transaction.
  Transaction Type: The type of transaction being performed (e.g., goods movement, sales order, etc.) may require a serial number for the material.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Assign Serial Number: Ensure that a valid serial number is assigned to the material before attempting to post. This can be done by:
  
  Creating a new serial number for the material.
  Using an existing serial number if applicable.
  
  
  
  Check Material Master Settings: Review the material master record to confirm that it is set up correctly for serialization. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the material master (transaction code MM03).
  Checking the "Basic Data" and "Sales" views to see if serialization is required.
  
  
  
  Transaction Review: Ensure that the transaction you are performing is appropriate for serialized materials. If you are trying to perform a transaction that does not require serialization, consider changing the material type or transaction type.
  
  
  Use the Correct Movement Type: If you are performing a goods movement, ensure that you are using the correct movement type that supports serialization.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's SAP support team for specific guidelines on handling serialized materials.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Serialization in SAP: Serialization is often used in industries where tracking individual items is critical, such as pharmaceuticals, electronics, and luxury goods.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  MB1A: Goods Withdrawal
  MB1B: Transfer Posting
  MB1C: Other Goods Receipts
  
  
  User Exits and BAdIs: If your organization has custom logic for handling serialized materials, check for any user exits or BAdIs that may affect serialization processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully post the material with the required serialization.