How To Fix IO227 - Serious error during serial number configuration


IO227 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: IO - Plant Maintenance: Object List

  • Message number: 227

  • Message text: Serious error during serial number configuration

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  • What causes this issue?

    Possible technical causes:
    The transferred configuration was not found in the database.
    The configuration does not belong to class 300.
    The configuration does not refer to table MARA.
    The assignment status is not initial.
    The reference object of the configuration is neither an SD order item,
    nor a type material, nor a PP order.
    Possible logical causes:
    1) (most likely reason)
    You are in create mode (e.g. transaction VA01), or you entered the
    configuration of the relevant item in the same transaction first and
    tried to call the entry of technical objects. Here the assignment of
    serial numbers in 3.0B is not yet supported.

    System Response

    You cannot proceed further in this transaction.

    How to fix this error?

    Reason 1:
    Save the data you have entered and continue processing the order with
    VA02. There you can enter serial numbers, including for this order
    item.
    If reason 1 does not apply:
    Submit a problem message to SAP.

    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IO227 - Serious error during serial number configuration ?
    The SAP error message IO227, which indicates a "Serious error during serial number configuration," typically arises in the context of managing serial numbers for materials in SAP. This error can occur during various processes, such as goods movements, production, or inventory management, where serial numbers are involved.
    Causes of Error IO227
    
    
    Configuration Issues: There may be incorrect or incomplete configuration settings related to serial number management in the system. Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data related to serial numbers, such as missing or duplicate entries. Authorization Problems: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform actions related to serial number management. System Bugs: There may be bugs or issues in the SAP system that lead to this error, especially if you are using an older version of SAP. Integration Issues: If the serial number management is integrated with other modules (like MM, SD, or PP), issues in those modules can also

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