How To Fix M7423 - Subcontracting component & requires serial number

M7423 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M7 - Inventory Management and Physical Inventory

• Message number: 423

• Message text: Subcontracting component & requires serial number

What causes this issue?

This component of the subcontract order requires a serial number.

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?

The BAPI does not allow serial number entry for components of a
subcontract order.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M7423 - Subcontracting component & requires serial number ?

  The SAP error message M7423, which states "Subcontracting component & requires serial number," typically occurs in the context of subcontracting processes where a component that is being sent to a subcontractor requires serial number tracking. This error indicates that the system expects a serial number for the component being processed, but it has not been provided.
  
  Cause:
  
  Serial Number Requirement: The component in question is configured in the system to require serial number tracking. This is common for items that are high-value, sensitive, or require traceability.
  Missing Serial Number: When creating a purchase order or a production order for subcontracting, the system checks if the component requires a serial number. If the serial number is not provided, the error will be triggered.
  Configuration Settings: The material master record for the component may be set to require serial numbers, but the necessary data is not being entered during the transaction.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter Serial Number: When processing the