How To Fix CPCL_VERS166 - Serial number profile &1 not customized for usage 03/04 or procedure PPRL

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CPCL_VERS - Task List Version

• Message number: 166

• Message text: Serial number profile &1 not customized for usage 03/04 or procedure PPRL

What causes this issue?

The serial number profile assigned to the material in the material
master record is not customized for the serial number usages 03
(obligatory) or 04 (automatic), or for the serialization procedure PPRL
(PP order release).

System Response

Material is not valid.

How to fix this error?

Enter another material, or change the selection in the <ZK>Serialized</>
field.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CPCL_VERS166 - Serial number profile &1 not customized for usage 03/04 or procedure PPRL ?

  The SAP error message CPCL_VERS166 indicates that there is an issue with the serial number profile configuration in the system. Specifically, it means that the serial number profile identified by &1 has not been customized for the specified usage (03/04) or procedure (PPRL). This error typically arises in scenarios involving serial number management, particularly in production or logistics processes.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Customization: The serial number profile has not been set up correctly for the specified usage (03/04) or procedure (PPRL).
  Incorrect Configuration: The serial number profile may not be linked to the relevant material or process that requires it.
  Profile Not Active: The serial number profile might not be active or properly assigned in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Serial Number Profile Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OIS2 (for serial number profiles) or SPRO (to access the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide).
  Navigate to the relevant section for serial number management and check the configuration for the serial number profile in question.
  
  
  
  Customize the Serial Number Profile:
  
  Ensure that the serial number profile is customized for the required usage (03/04) and procedure (PPRL).
  If necessary, create or modify the profile to include the required settings.
  
  
  
  Assign the Profile to Materials:
  
  Ensure that the serial number profile is assigned to the relevant materials that require serial number tracking.
  You can do this in the material master record (transaction code MM02).
  
  
  
  Check for Active Status:
  
  Verify that the serial number profile is active and not in a deactivated state.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on serial number management and configuration.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM02, OIS2, SPRO, and others related to material management and serial number profiles.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address known issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in logistics or production planning.