How To Fix IUID004 - Choose serial number profile for IUID-relevant material

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IUID - Messages Class for Unique Item Identification

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Choose serial number profile for IUID-relevant material

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IUID004 - Choose serial number profile for IUID-relevant material ?

  The SAP error message IUID004 ("Choose serial number profile for IUID-relevant material") typically occurs in the context of managing materials that are subject to the Unique Item Identifier (IUID) requirements. This error indicates that the system requires a serial number profile to be assigned to a material that is relevant for IUID tracking.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  A material that is marked as IUID-relevant does not have a serial number profile assigned to it.
  The system is unable to determine how to handle the serial numbers for that specific material.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you need to assign a serial number profile to the material in question. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the transaction code MM02 (Change Material) or MM01 (Create Material) in SAP.
  
  
  
  Select the Appropriate Views:
  
  Choose the views that are relevant for your material, typically the Basic Data 1 and Sales Org. Data views.
  
  
  
  Navigate to the Serial Number Profile:
  
  In the Basic Data 1 view, look for the field related to the serial number profile. This is usually labeled as "Serial Number Profile" or similar.
  
  
  
  Assign a Serial Number Profile:
  
  Enter the appropriate serial number profile that corresponds to the IUID requirements for your material. If you do not have a suitable profile, you may need to create one.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After assigning the serial number profile, save your changes.
  
  
  
  Check IUID Settings:
  
  Ensure that the material is correctly marked as IUID-relevant in the material master settings.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Serial Number Profiles: These profiles define how serial numbers are managed for materials, including whether they are mandatory, how they are generated, and how they are tracked.
  IUID Requirements: The IUID is a requirement for certain materials, especially in defense and government contracts, to ensure traceability and compliance.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM02: Change Material Master
  MM01: Create Material Master
  MM03: Display Material Master
  OIS2: Define Serial Number Profiles (to create or modify serial number profiles)
  
  
  
  Additional Considerations:
  
  If you are unsure about which serial number profile to use, consult with your SAP functional consultant or the team responsible for material management in your organization.
  Ensure that the serial number profile you choose aligns with your organization's policies and regulatory requirements regarding IUID tracking.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the IUID004 error and ensure that your material is properly configured for IUID tracking.