How To Fix EG070 - Serial no. &1 already created (same serialization number)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EG - IS-U device management

• Message number: 070

• Message text: Serial no. &1 already created (same serialization number)

What causes this issue?

You have attempted to enter a <DS:GLOS.serial number>serial number</>
that was already entered for another <DS:GLOS.material>material</> that
uses the same serialization material.

System Response

In another document, serial numbers were created for material &V2&,
which uses the same serialization material as the current material &3&.
This caused double serial numbers in the serialization material.

How to fix this error?

Check your entries and enter another serial number.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EG070 - Serial no. &1 already created (same serialization number) ?

  The SAP error message EG070 indicates that there is an attempt to create a serial number that already exists in the system. This typically occurs in scenarios where serialization is used for tracking individual items, such as in inventory management or asset management.
  Cause:
  
  
  Duplicate Serial Number: The primary cause of this error is that the serial number you are trying to create or assign already exists in the system. This can happen if:
  
  The serial number was previously created for another item.
  There was an error in data entry, leading to the same serial number being entered multiple times.
  The serial number is being reused incorrectly.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: Sometimes, the configuration settings for serial number management may not be set up correctly, leading to conflicts.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Serial Numbers: 
  
  Use transaction codes like IQ03 (Display Serial Number) to check if the serial number already exists in the system.
  If it does exist, you may need to use that existing serial number instead of creating a new one.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry: 
  
  Ensure that the serial number you are trying to create is unique and does not conflict with existing entries.
  Double-check for typos or errors in the serial number input.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration: 
  
  If you suspect that the issue is due to configuration, review the settings related to serial number management in the system.
  Ensure that the serialization settings are correctly defined in the material master or relevant configuration areas.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on serial number management and error handling.
  
  
  
  Contact Support: 
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  IQ01 (Create Serial Number)
  IQ02 (Change Serial Number)
  IQ03 (Display Serial Number)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to serial number management that might address this error.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or manage serial numbers in the system.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the EG070 error and manage serial numbers effectively in your SAP environment.