How To Fix /ISDFPS/MSG_GAF_PE023 - Material &1 with serial number &2 has been issued to &3 (pers. no. &4)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/MSG_GAF_PE -

• Message number: 023

• Message text: Material &1 with serial number &2 has been issued to &3 (pers. no. &4)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/MSG_GAF_PE023 - Material &1 with serial number &2 has been issued to &3 (pers. no. &4) ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/MSG_GAF_PE023 typically indicates an issue related to the issuance of a material with a serial number to a specific person or entity. Here’s a breakdown of the components of the error message and potential solutions:
  Cause:
  
  Material Issuance Issue: The error suggests that the material identified by the serial number has already been issued to another person or entity, which may violate the system's rules regarding material handling.
  Serial Number Management: The system may have restrictions on how serial numbers are managed, especially if the material is tracked at a serial number level.
  Data Integrity: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as incorrect entries in the material master or transaction records.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Serial Number Assignment: Verify if the serial number is already assigned to another person or entity. You can do this by checking the serial number history in the system.
  Review Material Master Data: Ensure that the material master data is correctly configured for serial number management. Check if the material is set up to allow multiple issues or if it is restricted to a single assignment.
  Correct Transaction: If the material was incorrectly issued, you may need to reverse the transaction or correct the assignment in the system.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for handling serial numbers and material issuance.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert to investigate further.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MB1A (Goods Withdrawal), MB1B (Transfer Posting), or MIGO (Goods Movement) to manage material movements.
  Serial Number Profiles: Understand the serial number profiles and settings in your SAP system, which dictate how serial numbers are managed and tracked.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting the transaction has the necessary authorizations to issue materials with serial numbers.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.