How To Fix CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE118 - No serial no. profile possible for product to be handled in batches

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 118

• Message text: No serial no. profile possible for product to be handled in batches

What causes this issue?

You have entered a serial number profile, but the product has a batch
management requirement.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

A serial number profile can only be specified for products without a
batch management requirement. The system will reset the field when you
press <LS>Enter</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE118 - No serial no. profile possible for product to be handled in batches ?

  The SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE118 indicates that there is an issue with the handling of a product that is supposed to be managed in batches, specifically regarding the serial number profile. This error typically arises in scenarios where batch management and serial number management are both involved, but the configuration does not allow for the proper handling of serial numbers for the specified product.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Serial Number Profile: The product in question does not have a valid serial number profile assigned to it in the material master.
  Batch Management Settings: The product is set up for batch management, but the system cannot find a corresponding serial number profile that allows for the handling of serial numbers in conjunction with batch management.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the configuration settings related to batch management and serial number management in the system.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record for the affected