Message type: E = Error
Message class: QV - QM usage decisions
Message number: 018
Message text: Serial number management not supported
To be able to manage serial numbers, the material master must be
maintained as follows:
the serial number profile must be maintained at plant level
the single-unit inspection for inspection type must be activated
No display possible.
Maintain the material master as described above.
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QV018
- Serial number management not supported ?The SAP error message QV018, which states "Serial number management not supported," typically occurs in the context of inventory management and logistics when dealing with materials that are expected to have serial numbers but are not configured to support them. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
Cause: Material Master Configuration: The material in question may not be set up to manage serial numbers. This can happen if the serial number management indicator is not activated in the material master record. Plant Settings: The plant settings may not support serial number management for the specific material type or for the specific plant. Document Type: The document type being used may not support serial number management. Transaction Context: The transaction you are trying to perform may not be compatible with serial number management. Solutions: Check Material Master Settings: Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03). Check the "Basic Data" and "Sales" views to ensure
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