How To Fix /ISDFPS/FDP052 - Select a serialized material (line)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/FDP -

• Message number: 052

• Message text: Select a serialized material (line)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/FDP052 - Select a serialized material (line) ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/FDP052 Select a serialized material (line) typically occurs in the context of handling serialized materials in SAP, particularly in the SAP Fashion Management or similar modules where serialized inventory management is crucial.
  Cause:
  This error message indicates that the system expects a serialized material to be selected, but the current selection does not meet this requirement. This can happen for several reasons:
  
  Non-Serialized Material: The material you are trying to process is not defined as a serialized material in the system.
  Missing Serialization Data: The selected material may not have the necessary serialization data (e.g., serial numbers) associated with it.
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type or transaction you are using may require serialized materials, but the selected item does not fulfill this requirement.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the material master or in the serialization settings that are not correctly set up.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and verify if the material is set up as a serialized material. Check the "Basic Data" and "Sales" views for serialization settings.
  
  
  
  Select a Serialized Material:
  
  Ensure that you are selecting a material that is indeed serialized. If you are in a transaction that requires serialized materials, make sure to choose one that has serial numbers assigned.
  
  
  
  Assign Serial Numbers:
  
  If the material is supposed to be serialized but does not have any serial numbers assigned, you may need to create or assign serial numbers to the material. This can typically be done in the transaction for goods movements or inventory management.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Type:
  
  Ensure that the transaction you are performing is appropriate for the material type you are working with. If the transaction requires serialized materials, make sure you are following the correct process.
  
  
  
  Consult Configuration:
  
  If you have access to configuration settings, check the settings related to serialization in the material management module. Ensure that the settings align with your business processes.
  
  
  
  User Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to work with serialized materials. Sometimes, lack of permissions can lead to unexpected errors.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on handling serialized materials and the specific transaction you are working with.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in inventory management and serialization.