How To Fix IS803 - No material serial number exists for EQUI key &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IS - Equipment management

• Message number: 803

• Message text: No material serial number exists for EQUI key &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IS803 - No material serial number exists for EQUI key & ?

  The SAP error message IS803 "No material serial number exists for EQUI key" typically occurs in the context of equipment management and serial number tracking within the SAP system. This error indicates that the system cannot find a serial number associated with the specified equipment (EQUI) key.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Serial Number: The most common cause is that the equipment (EQUI) does not have an associated serial number in the system.
  Incorrect Equipment Key: The equipment key provided may be incorrect or does not exist in the database.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries in the relevant tables (e.g., EQUI, SER01).
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be properly configured to handle serial numbers for the specific material or equipment type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Equipment Master Data:
  
  Go to the Equipment Master Data (transaction code IE03) and verify that the equipment exists and is correctly configured.
  Ensure that the equipment has a serial number assigned.
  
  
  
  Assign Serial Number:
  
  If the equipment does not have a serial number, you can assign one using transaction code IQ01 (Create Serial Number) or through the equipment master data.
  
  
  
  Verify Serial Number Assignment:
  
  Use transaction code IQ02 (Change Serial Number) to check if the serial number is correctly assigned to the equipment.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the material type and equipment type are configured to allow serial number management. This can be checked in the material master (transaction code MM03) and equipment configuration.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks on the relevant tables to ensure there are no missing or inconsistent entries. This may require technical support or a basis consultant.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to serial number management and equipment tracking for any specific configurations or known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  IE03: Display Equipment
  IQ01: Create Serial Number
  IQ02: Change Serial Number
  MM03: Display Material Master
  
  
  
  Tables Involved:
  
  EQUI: Equipment Master Data
  SER01: Serial Number Master Data
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches related to this error message, as there may be specific fixes or recommendations provided by SAP.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve your SAP support team or a consultant with expertise in SAP PM (Plant Maintenance) and serial number management.