How To Fix CO_MES_INT033 - Number of serial numbers (&1) exceeds order quantity (&2)

CO_MES_INT033 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CO_MES_INT - Integration with Manufacturing Execution Systems

• Message number: 033

• Message text: Number of serial numbers (&1) exceeds order quantity (&2)

What causes this issue?

The number of serial numbers specified (&V1&) exceeds the order quantity
(&V2&). Because the order is to be distributed to an MES, the excess
serial numbers may have to be deleted.

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?

You can continue the Save process or invoke the maintenance function for
serial numbers.

Procedure for System Administrators

You can define the scope of check for serial numbers in MES-relevant
production orders in the <DS:SIMG.TCOSERNRCHECK>Implementation Guide</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CO_MES_INT033 - Number of serial numbers (&1) exceeds order quantity (&2) ?

  The SAP error message CO_MES_INT033 indicates that the number of serial numbers entered for a production order exceeds the quantity of the order itself. This typically occurs in the context of production and inventory management, particularly when dealing with serialized products.
  
  Cause:
  
  Excess Serial Numbers: The primary cause of this error is that the user is trying to confirm or record more serial numbers than what is allowed based on the order quantity. For example, if the production order is for 10 units, but the user attempts to enter 12 serial numbers, this error will be triggered.
  Data Entry Error: It may also arise from a simple data entry mistake where the user miscounts the serial numbers.
  System Configuration: In some cases, the system configuration or settings related to serial number management may not align with the production order settings.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Serial Numbers: Check the number of serial numbers you are trying to enter. Ensure