How To Fix MEPO132 - Serial number &1 could not be deleted for item &2

MEPO132 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MEPO - New Purchase Order Dialog

• Message number: 132

• Message text: Serial number &1 could not be deleted for item &2

What causes this issue?

Serial number &V1& of document item &V2& &V3& cannot be deleted because
it does not exist.

System Response

The deletion is not carried out.

How to fix this error?

Check the parameters for transfer to the BAPI. You can use the assigned
method GetDetail or display transaction &V4& for document &V3& to
display and check the existing serial numbers.

Procedure for System Administrators

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.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MEPO132 - Serial number &1 could not be deleted for item &2 ?

  The SAP error message MEPO132 indicates that there is an issue with deleting a serial number associated with a specific item in a purchasing document (like a purchase order). This error typically arises when the system cannot find the serial number or if there are dependencies preventing its deletion.
  Causes:
  
  Serial Number Not Found: The specified serial number does not exist in the system or is not linked to the item in question.
  Dependencies: The serial number may be linked to other documents or processes (e.g., goods receipt, invoice) that prevent its deletion.
  Status Issues: The item or serial number may be in a status that does not allow for deletion (e.g., already processed or completed).
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to delete the serial number.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Serial Number: Check if the serial number exists in the system and is correctly linked to the item. You can do this by navigating