How To Fix M3729 - No serial number profile possible if split valuation defined for material

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M3 - Material Master

• Message number: 729

• Message text: No serial number profile possible if split valuation defined for material

What causes this issue?

You have entered a serial number profile, although split valuation is
defined for the material.

System Response

You can specify a serial number profile only for materials for which
split valuation is not defined. On selecting ENTER, the system will
cancel your entry.

How to fix this error?

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M3729 - No serial number profile possible if split valuation defined for material ?

  The SAP error message M3729 "No serial number profile possible if split valuation defined for material" typically occurs when you are trying to manage serial numbers for a material that has split valuation enabled. Split valuation allows you to manage different valuations for the same material based on various criteria (e.g., quality, origin, etc.), but it imposes certain restrictions on how serial numbers can be assigned and managed.
  Cause:
  
  Split Valuation Configuration: The material in question is configured for split valuation, which means it can have multiple valuation types (e.g., different quality levels or sources).
  Serial Number Profile: The material does not have a valid serial number profile assigned that is compatible with split valuation. Serial number profiles define how serial numbers are managed for materials, including whether they can be assigned to split-valued materials.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) for the affected material.
  Check the "Accounting" view and ensure that the valuation type is correctly assigned.
  
  
  
  Assign a Serial Number Profile:
  
  If the material is intended to use serial numbers, ensure that a valid serial number profile is assigned to the material. This can be done in the material master under the "Basic Data" or "Sales" view, depending on your configuration.
  You can create or modify a serial number profile in transaction code OIS2 (for serial number profiles) to ensure it is compatible with split valuation.
  
  
  
  Review Split Valuation Settings:
  
  If the material does not need to be managed with split valuation, consider changing the valuation settings. You can do this in transaction code OMWB (for split valuation) and adjust the settings accordingly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidelines on managing serial numbers with split valuation.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to ensure that the error does not occur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  OIS2: Maintain Serial Number Profiles
  OMWB: Split Valuation Configuration
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or updates related to this error.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to material master data and valuation settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the M3729 error and successfully manage serial numbers for your materials.