How To Fix IS122 - Enter material and serial number

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IS - Equipment management

• Message number: 122

• Message text: Enter material and serial number

What causes this issue?

You have entered either just the <GL:material_number>material number</>
or the <GL:serial_number>serial number</>. However, a serialized
material is only made unique by the combination of material number
<ZH>and</> serial number.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Enter both numbers so that the system can determine the serialized
material uniquely.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IS122 - Enter material and serial number ?

  The SAP error message IS122 ("Enter material and serial number") typically occurs in the context of inventory management or when dealing with materials that require serial number tracking. This error indicates that the system expects a material number and a corresponding serial number to be entered, but one or both of these fields are missing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Material Number: The user has not entered a material number in the relevant transaction.
  Missing Serial Number: The user has entered a material number but has not provided a serial number.
  Configuration Issues: The material may not be set up correctly in the system to require a serial number.
  Transaction Context: The transaction being performed may inherently require both a material and a serial number (e.g., goods movement, delivery, etc.).
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter Material Number: Ensure that you have entered a valid material number in the appropriate field.
  Enter Serial Number: If a material number is already entered, make sure to provide a valid serial number that corresponds to the material.
  Check Material Master Data: Verify that the material is configured to require serial numbers. You can do this by checking the material master record in the SAP system:
  
  Go to transaction MM03 (Display Material).
  Enter the material number and check the "Basic Data" and "Plant Data" views to see if serial number management is enabled.
  
  
  Review Transaction Requirements: Ensure that you are in the correct transaction that requires both a material and serial number. If you are unsure, consult the documentation or help resources for the specific transaction.
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Serial Number Management: In SAP, serial number management is often used for high-value items or items that require tracking for warranty or service purposes.
  Material Master Configuration: The material master record contains various views that define how a material behaves in the system, including whether it requires serial numbers.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MIGO (Goods Movement), MB1A (Goods Withdrawal), or VL01N (Create Outbound Delivery) where this error might occur.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the IS122 error and proceed with your transaction in SAP.