IB_DECO115 - Complete the material number for the serial number

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IB_DECO - IB: Messages for IBase

• Message number: 115

• Message text: Complete the material number for the serial number

What causes this issue?

You entered a serial number, but you left the corresponding field for
the material number blank.

System Response

Since a serial number is only unique in combination with a material
number, the system requires you to enter a material number.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IB_DECO115 - Complete the material number for the serial number ?

  The SAP error message IB_DECO115 ("Complete the material number for the serial number") typically occurs in the context of handling serial numbers in SAP, particularly when dealing with inventory management or logistics processes. This error indicates that the system requires a material number to be associated with a serial number, but it is currently missing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Material Number: The most common cause of this error is that the serial number you are trying to process does not have an associated material number in the system.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may have been an oversight during data entry, where the material number was not entered or was entered incorrectly.
  Configuration Issues: There could be configuration issues in the system that prevent the proper association of serial numbers with material numbers.
  Incomplete Master Data: The material master data may not be fully maintained, leading to missing links between materials and their serial numbers.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Serial Number Assignment:
  
  Go to the serial number management screen and verify that the serial number you are trying to use is correctly assigned to a material number.
  If it is not assigned, you will need to assign the correct material number to the serial number.
  
  
  
  Enter Material Number:
  
  If you are in a transaction that requires you to input a material number, ensure that you enter the correct material number associated with the serial number.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Check the material master data for the material in question to ensure that it is set up correctly for serial number management.
  Ensure that the material is marked as a serial number item in the material master.
  
  
  
  Configuration Check:
  
  If you have access to configuration settings, check the settings related to serial number management in the relevant modules (e.g., MM, SD).
  Ensure that the configuration allows for the proper handling of serial numbers and their association with materials.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on handling serial numbers and troubleshooting related errors.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, 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), and IQ03 (Display Serial Number) to manage serial numbers effectively.
  Material Master Views: Ensure that you are familiar with the views in the material master that pertain to serial number management, such as the Basic Data view and the Sales view.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to serial number management and error IB_DECO115 for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your serial numbers are correctly associated with their respective material numbers in SAP.