How To Fix /ISDFPS/MSG_GAF_PE192 - Person &1: same serial number &2 for material &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/MSG_GAF_PE -

• Message number: 192

• Message text: Person &1: same serial number &2 for material &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/MSG_GAF_PE192 - Person &1: same serial number &2 for material &3 ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/MSG_GAF_PE192 typically indicates an issue related to the assignment of serial numbers to materials in the system. This error occurs when there is an attempt to assign the same serial number to multiple instances of a material, which is not allowed in SAP.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when:
  
  A serial number that is already assigned to a specific material is being attempted to be assigned again to the same or another instance of that material.
  This can happen during processes such as goods receipt, goods issue, or inventory management where serial numbers are tracked.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Serial Number Assignment:
  
  Verify the serial number assignment for the material in question. Ensure that the serial number is unique and not already assigned to another instance of the same material.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Check the material master data for the material in question to ensure that the serial number management settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Correct the Serial Number:
  
  If you find that the serial number is indeed duplicated, you will need to correct the assignment. This may involve:
  
  Changing the serial number for one of the instances.
  Deleting the incorrect assignment if it was made in error.
  
  
  
  
  
  Consult with Your Team:
  
  If you are unsure about how to proceed, consult with your SAP support team or a colleague who is familiar with serial number management in your organization.
  
  
  
  Check for System Updates:
  
  Ensure that your SAP system is up to date, as sometimes bugs or issues can be resolved in newer versions or patches.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Serial Number Management: Understand how serial number management works in SAP, including the configuration settings in the material master and how serial numbers are tracked throughout the supply chain.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  MM03 (Display Material)
  MB1A (Goods Issue)
  MB1B (Transfer Posting)
  MIGO (Goods Movement)
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on serial number management and error handling.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.