How To Fix IWO_BAPI852 - Serial number &1 and material &2 are not in the object list

IWO_BAPI852 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IWO_BAPI - BAPIs for ALM Orders: Messages

• Message number: 852

• Message text: Serial number &1 and material &2 are not in the object list

What causes this issue?

In the object list, you tried to change or delete a serial number and a
material number that are not in the object list.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IWO_BAPI852 - Serial number &1 and material &2 are not in the object list ?

  The SAP error message "IWO_BAPI852 Serial number &1 and material &2 are not in the object list" typically occurs in the context of work order processing, particularly when dealing with serial numbers and materials in the SAP system. This error indicates that the specified serial number and material combination is not recognized in the current context, often when trying to perform operations such as confirmations, goods movements, or other transactions that require valid object references.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Serial Number or Material: The serial number or material number provided does not exist in the system or is not correctly entered.
  Object List Not Updated: The object list for the work order may not have been updated to include the specified serial number and material.
  Status of the Work Order: The work order may be in a status that does not allow the processing of the specified serial number and material.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not