How To Fix CO729 - Check the number of serial numbers assigned

CO729 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CO - PPC order processing messages

• Message number: 729

• Message text: Check the number of serial numbers assigned

What causes this issue?

As a result of a change to an order a deviation arises between the
order quantity and the number of serial numbers assigned.

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?

Since the system cannot automatically correct the serial numbers you
should check which serial numbers are no longer required and deletef
them.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CO729 - Check the number of serial numbers assigned ?

  The SAP error message CO729, which states "Check the number of serial numbers assigned," typically occurs in the context of production orders or when dealing with serialized materials in SAP. This error indicates that there is a mismatch between the expected number of serial numbers and the actual number assigned to a particular production order or material.
  
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch in Serial Numbers: The number of serial numbers assigned to a production order does not match the quantity of the material being produced or processed.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for serial number management may not be set up correctly, leading to discrepancies.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors during the assignment of serial numbers can lead to this issue.
  Incomplete Serial Number Assignment: If the system expects a certain number of serial numbers to be assigned but they are not, this error will occur.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Serial Number Assignment:
  
  Check the production order or delivery document to ensure