How To Fix IS218 - Serial number &2: Material &1 requires synchronous equipment numbers

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IS - Equipment management

• Message number: 218

• Message text: Serial number &2: Material &1 requires synchronous equipment numbers

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IS218 - Serial number &2: Material &1 requires synchronous equipment numbers ?

  The SAP error message IS218 indicates that a material (identified by &1) requires synchronous equipment numbers, and a specific serial number (identified by &2) is involved. This error typically arises in the context of managing materials that are serialized and linked to specific equipment in the SAP system, particularly in industries such as manufacturing, logistics, or asset management.
  Cause:
  
  Synchronous Equipment Requirement: The material in question is configured to require a synchronous equipment number, which means that it must be associated with a specific piece of equipment or machinery when it is being processed (e.g., during goods movement, production, or maintenance).
  Missing Equipment Number: The error may occur if the equipment number is not provided or is not correctly linked to the serial number of the material.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the material master or equipment master that enforce this requirement, leading to the error when the system detects a mismatch.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data: 
  
  Go to the material master record for the material in question (transaction code MM03) and check the settings related to serial numbers and equipment. Ensure that the material is set up correctly to require synchronous equipment numbers.
  
  
  
  Verify Serial Number Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the serial number being used is correctly assigned to the material and that it is linked to the appropriate equipment. You can check this in the serial number management section (transaction code IQ03).
  
  
  
  Assign Equipment Number:
  
  If the equipment number is missing, you may need to assign the correct equipment number to the serial number. This can typically be done in the equipment master (transaction code IE03) or during the goods movement process.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  If the issue persists, review the configuration settings in the SAP system related to serial number management and equipment assignment. This may require assistance from an SAP consultant or someone with access to the configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on handling serial numbers and equipment in your specific SAP module (e.g., SAP PM, SAP MM).
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  IQ03: Display Serial Number
  IE03: Display Equipment
  
  
  SAP Modules: This error is commonly encountered in modules like SAP Materials Management (MM), Plant Maintenance (PM), and Production Planning (PP).
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to view and edit material and equipment data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the IS218 error and ensure that the material and equipment are correctly linked in the SAP system. If the problem continues, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team for further assistance.