How To Fix CCMM285 - Material &1 is serialized

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CCMM - Message Class for A&D CCM

• Message number: 285

• Message text: Material &1 is serialized

What causes this issue?

You attempted to post a material movement in <LS>IE4N</>, using a
serialized material. This movement does not update the corresponding PM
structures, which can lead to inconsistencies.

System Response

This message can be maintained in transaction <LS>OMPL1</>:
If it is not maintained, the system does not issue a message and the
movement is possible.
For <LS>W</>, the system issues a warning message and the movement is
possible.
For <LS>E</>, the system issues an error message and the movement is not
possible.

How to fix this error?

Maintain the message settings for message number <LS>CCMM 285</> in
transaction <LS>OMPL1</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CCMM285 - Material &1 is serialized ?

  The SAP error message CCMM285 indicates that the material you are trying to process is serialized, meaning that it requires a unique serial number for each individual item. This is common for materials that are tracked individually, such as high-value items or equipment.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when you attempt to perform an operation (like goods movement, production, or inventory management) on a serialized material without providing the necessary serial number. This can happen in various scenarios, such as:
  
  Trying to post a goods receipt or goods issue for a serialized material without specifying the serial number.
  Attempting to transfer or sell a serialized item without the required serial number information.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CCMM285 error, you need to ensure that you are providing the correct serial number for the material in question. Here are the steps you can take:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data: Verify that the material is indeed set up as a serialized material in the material master. You can do this by checking the "Serial Number Management" settings in the material master record.
  
  
  Provide Serial Number: When performing the transaction, make sure to enter the serial number for the material. This can usually be done in the relevant field of the transaction screen.
  
  
  Use the Correct Transaction: Ensure that you are using the appropriate transaction code that supports serial number entry. For example, in goods movements, you may need to use transaction codes like MIGO or MB1A, and ensure that you are in the correct tab to enter serial numbers.
  
  
  Check for Existing Serial Numbers: If you are trying to issue or transfer a serialized item, ensure that the serial number you are using is valid and exists in the system. You can check this in the serial number management screen.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the process, refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for handling serialized materials.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Serial Number Management: Understand how serial number management works in SAP, including how to create, manage, and track serialized items.
  Material Master: Familiarize yourself with the material master data and how it impacts inventory management and logistics processes.
  Transaction Codes: Learn about relevant transaction codes for handling serialized materials, such as MIGO (Goods Movement), IQ01 (Create Serial Number), and IQ02 (Change Serial Number).
  
  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 inventory management and logistics.