How To Fix IO215 - Enter a serial number first

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IO - Plant Maintenance: Object List

• Message number: 215

• Message text: Enter a serial number first

What causes this issue?

You have called up a function that the system can
only carry out when you have entered a <GL:serial_number>serial
number</>.

System Response

INCLUDE 'KEINE-FUNKTION' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E

How to fix this error?

Enter a serial number and call up the function once again.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IO215 - Enter a serial number first ?

  The SAP error message IO215 "Enter a serial number first" typically occurs in the context of inventory management or asset management when the system expects a serial number to be entered for a specific item or equipment, but it has not been provided. This error is common in scenarios involving the handling of serialized inventory or equipment.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Serial Number: The most straightforward cause is that the user has not entered a serial number for the item or equipment that requires it.
  
  Configuration Issues: The system may be configured to require serial numbers for certain materials or equipment, and if the serial number field is left blank, this error will occur.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked the serial number field or entered it incorrectly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter a Serial Number: The immediate solution is to ensure that a valid serial number is entered in the appropriate field before proceeding with the transaction.
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