How To Fix IW832 - Automatic serial number assignment for refurbishment is not advisable

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IW - Order Processing

• Message number: 832

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

What causes this issue?

The material &V1& is assigned to the
<DS:GLOS.3528EA4BE8AA5570E10000009B38F983>serial number profile</> &V2&
. For the <DS:GLOS.3526C31DAFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>serialization
operation</>&V3& affected here, automatic serialization is configured
in Customizing (value 04)

System Response

The setting is not supported in the refurbishment.

How to fix this error?

Maintain the serial numbers manually.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IW832 - Automatic serial number assignment for refurbishment is not advisable ?

  The SAP error message IW832 indicates that the automatic serial number assignment for refurbishment is not advisable. This typically occurs in the context of the refurbishment process in SAP, where equipment or materials are being repaired or refurbished, and there is a need to manage serial numbers for tracking purposes.
  Cause:
  The error can arise due to several reasons, including:
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be configured correctly for automatic serial number assignment during refurbishment. This could be due to missing settings in the material master or in the configuration of the refurbishment process.
  
  
  Serial Number Management Settings: The serial number management settings for the material or equipment may not allow for automatic assignment during refurbishment. This can happen if the serial number profile is not set up to handle refurbishment scenarios.
  
  
  Business Process Considerations: The business process may dictate that manual assignment of serial numbers is preferred for refurbishment to ensure accuracy and traceability.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the IW832 error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for serial number management in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Ensure that the serial number profile for the material or equipment is set up correctly to allow for automatic assignment during refurbishment.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Check the material master data for the item being refurbished. Ensure that the serial number management settings are appropriate for the refurbishment process.
  Verify that the serial number profile assigned to the material allows for automatic assignment.
  
  
  
  Manual Assignment:
  
  If automatic assignment is not advisable due to business process reasons, consider switching to manual serial number assignment during the refurbishment process. This can be done by adjusting the process in the refurbishment order.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidelines related to serial number management and refurbishment processes.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, conduct tests to ensure that the refurbishment process works as expected without triggering the IW832 error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as IW31 (Create Refurbishment Order), IW32 (Change Refurbishment Order), and IW33 (Display Refurbishment Order).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to serial number management and refurbishment that may provide additional insights or solutions.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If customization is needed, consider using user exits or Business Add-Ins (BAdIs) to implement specific logic for serial number assignment.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the IW832 error and ensure that your refurbishment process runs smoothly.