How To Fix /ISDFPS/MSG_GAF_PE053 - Item &1: Material &2 with serial number &3 belongs to handling unit &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/MSG_GAF_PE -

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Item &1: Material &2 with serial number &3 belongs to handling unit &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/MSG_GAF_PE053 - Item &1: Material &2 with serial number &3 belongs to handling unit &4 ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/MSG_GAF_PE053 typically indicates an issue related to handling units and serial numbers in the context of logistics and inventory management. This error message suggests that there is a conflict or inconsistency with the handling unit (HU) and the associated material and serial number.
  
  Cause:
  The error message can occur due to several reasons, including:
  
  Incorrect Handling Unit Assignment: The material with the specified serial number is not correctly assigned to the handling unit.
  Serial Number Management Issues: The serial number may not be properly managed or may not exist in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the handling unit, material, or serial number.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for handling units or serial number management may not be set up correctly.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Handling Unit Assignment:
  
  Verify that the handling unit is correctly assigned to the material and serial