How To Fix PHIN456 - Material &1 is not serialized material

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PHIN - Phase In: Messages

• Message number: 456

• Message text: Material &1 is not serialized material

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PHIN456 - Material &1 is not serialized material ?

  The SAP error message PHIN456 indicates that the material you are trying to process is not a serialized material. This typically occurs in scenarios where serialization is required, such as when dealing with specific types of materials that need to be tracked individually (e.g., high-value items, equipment, etc.).
  Cause:
  
  Material Configuration: The material in question is not configured as a serialized material in the material master data. This means that the system does not expect individual serial numbers for this material.
  Transaction Context: The transaction you are trying to perform requires serialization, but the material is not set up to support this.
  Incorrect Material Type: The material type assigned to the material may not support serialization.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and check the settings for the material in question.
  Ensure that the material is set up as a serialized material. This can be done by checking the "Serial Number Management" settings in the material master.
  
  
  
  Change Material Type:
  
  If the material type does not support serialization, you may need to change the material type to one that does. This typically requires administrative access and should be done with caution.
  
  
  
  Update Serialization Settings:
  
  If the material should be serialized, you can update the serialization settings in the material master. This can be done in the "Basic Data" or "Sales" views, depending on your configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to make changes, consult with your SAP administrator or the person responsible for material master data management in your organization.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Requirements:
  
  Ensure that the transaction you are trying to perform is appropriate for the material type. If serialization is not required for this material, you may need to adjust your process.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on material master data and serialization.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material).
  User Exits and BAdIs: If your organization has custom processes, check for any user exits or BAdIs that might affect serialization handling.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PHIN456 error and ensure that your material is correctly configured for serialization if needed.