How To Fix /ISDFPS/MSG_GAF_PE152 - Item &1: Invalid serial number &3 for material &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/MSG_GAF_PE -

• Message number: 152

• Message text: Item &1: Invalid serial number &3 for material &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/MSG_GAF_PE152 - Item &1: Invalid serial number &3 for material &2 ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/MSG_GAF_PE152 indicates that there is an issue with the serial number associated with a specific material in the system. Here’s a breakdown of the components of the error message:
  
  Item &1: This refers to the specific item number in the transaction or document where the error occurred.
  Invalid serial number &3: This indicates that the serial number provided for the item is not valid.
  Material &2: This refers to the material number associated with the item.
  
  Cause
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Incorrect Serial Number: The serial number entered does not exist in the system for the specified material.
  Material Not Managed by Serial Number: The material may not be set up to be managed by serial numbers in the material master.
  Status of Serial Number: The serial number may be in a status that does not allow it to be used (e.g., it may be marked as "blocked" or "inactive").
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a typographical error when entering the serial number.
  
  Solution
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Verify Serial Number: Check the serial number entered for any typographical errors. Ensure that it matches the format and length expected by the system.
  Check Material Master Settings: 
  
  Go to the material master record for the specified material and check if it is set up for serial number management. This can be done using transaction code MM03.
  Ensure that the serial number profile is correctly assigned to the material.
  
  
  Check Serial Number Status: 
  
  Use transaction code IQ03 to display the serial number and check its status. Ensure that it is active and not blocked.
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Team: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP support team or functional consultant. They can help investigate further and provide insights based on the specific configuration of your SAP system.
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  IQ03: Display Serial Number
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on serial number management and error handling.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and edit material master data and serial numbers.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.