How To Fix LF_SER026 - Serial number &1 does not belong to material &2

LF_SER026 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LF_SER -

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Serial number &1 does not belong to material &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LF_SER026 - Serial number &1 does not belong to material &2 ?

  The SAP error message LF_SER026 indicates that there is a mismatch between the serial number and the material number in the system. Specifically, it means that the serial number you are trying to use does not belong to the specified material. This error typically occurs in scenarios involving inventory management, sales order processing, or production where serial numbers are tracked for specific materials.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Serial Number: The serial number entered does not correspond to the material number specified in the transaction.
  Material Master Configuration: The material may not be set up to use serial numbers, or the serial number may not be assigned to the material in the system.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a typographical error when entering the serial number or material number.
  Serial Number Status: The serial number may be in a status that does not allow it to be used with the specified material (e.g., it may be