How To Fix IW825 - Automatic serial number assignment for refurbishment is not advisable

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IW - Order Processing

• Message number: 825

• Message text: Automatic serial number assignment for refurbishment is not advisable

What causes this issue?

<DS:GLOS.serial_number_profile>Serial number profile</> &V2& is
assigned to material &V1&. Automatic serialization (value <zh>04</>)
is set in Customizing for
<DS:GLOS.serialization_procedure>serialization procedure</> &V3&
considered here.
This is not a supported setting within refurbishment.

System Response

INCLUDE KEINE-FUNKTION OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE EN

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE SYSTEMVERWALTER OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE EN
<zh>Procedure for the system administration</>
Change the Customizing of profile &V2&, or change the profile
assignment in the material master.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IW825 - Automatic serial number assignment for refurbishment is not advisable ?

  The SAP error message IW825, which states "Automatic serial number assignment for refurbishment is not advisable," typically occurs in the context of maintenance and refurbishment processes in SAP. This message indicates that the system has detected a potential issue with the automatic assignment of serial numbers during the refurbishment of equipment or materials.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured in a way that does not support automatic serial number assignment for refurbished items. This could be due to settings in the material master or in the configuration of the refurbishment process.
  Serial Number Management: The serial number management settings for the material or equipment may not be compatible with the refurbishment process. For example, if the material is set to require manual serial number assignment, the system will not allow automatic assignment.
  Business Process: The business process may dictate that serial numbers should be assigned manually to ensure accuracy and traceability, especially in cases where refurbished items may have different characteristics or histories.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for serial number management in the material master and the refurbishment process. Ensure that the settings align with your business requirements.
  
  Go to the material master (transaction MM03) and check the serial number profile.
  Review the configuration in the customizing settings (transaction SPRO) under Logistics -> Production -> Product Data -> Serial Number Management.
  
  
  
  Manual Assignment: If automatic assignment is not advisable, consider implementing a process for manual serial number assignment during refurbishment. This may involve training users on how to assign serial numbers correctly.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to serial number management and refurbishment processes to understand best practices and any specific recommendations from SAP.
  
  
  Custom Development: If the business process requires automatic assignment and the standard configuration does not support it, consider discussing with your SAP development team about potential custom solutions or enhancements.
  
  
  Testing: After making any changes, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the refurbishment process works as expected and that serial numbers are assigned correctly.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on serial number management and refurbishment processes.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP user communities or forums where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  Training: Consider providing training for users involved in the refurbishment process to ensure they understand the implications of serial number management.
  
  By addressing the configuration and process aspects, you can resolve the IW825 error and ensure that your refurbishment processes run smoothly.