How To Fix J3RM_RN068 - Serial number is ignored due to management method by material number

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: J3RM_RN - Message class for RN documents processing

• Message number: 068

• Message text: Serial number is ignored due to management method by material number

What causes this issue?

Serial number of the material will not be used because you chose
management method <LS>By Material Number </>for this material in
<DS:TRAN.J3RMRNGOODSV>Maintain Material Management Methods for
Traceability</>.

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?

Please check your data.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message J3RM_RN068 - Serial number is ignored due to management method by material number ?

  The SAP error message J3RM_RN068 indicates that a serial number is being ignored because the management method for the material is set to manage by material number rather than by serial number. This typically occurs in the context of materials that are managed in inventory without the need for serial number tracking.
  Cause:
  
  Material Management Settings: The material in question is configured in the system to be managed by material number instead of serial number. This means that the system does not require or allow serial numbers for this particular material.
  Configuration in Material Master: The material master record may have settings that dictate how inventory is managed, including whether serial numbers are required or not.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Settings:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM02).
  Check the "Basic Data" and "Sales" views to see how the material is configured.
  Look specifically at the "Plant Data / Storage" view to see if the serial number management is set to "Not managed" or "Managed by material number".
  
  
  
  Change Management Method:
  
  If you need to manage the material by serial number, you will need to change the management method in the material master.
  This can be done by changing the relevant fields in the material master to indicate that the material should be managed by serial number.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change the material master settings, consult with your SAP administrator or someone in your organization who manages material master data.
  
  
  
  Review Business Processes:
  
  Ensure that the decision to manage by serial number aligns with your business processes. If serial number tracking is necessary for compliance or operational reasons, it may be worth updating the material settings.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Serial Number Management: This is a feature in SAP that allows for tracking individual items in inventory. It is often used for high-value items or items that require specific tracking for warranty or service purposes.
  Material Master Data: This is a central repository of information about materials in SAP. It includes various views that define how materials are managed, including inventory management, purchasing, and sales.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM02 (Change Material), MM03 (Display Material), and MM01 (Create Material) for managing material master data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message and ensure that your materials are managed according to your business needs.