How To Fix RM065 - No. of serial numbers assigned does not correspond to confirmation qty

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RM - Messages for Repetitive Manufacturing

• Message number: 065

• Message text: No. of serial numbers assigned does not correspond to confirmation qty

What causes this issue?

You have backflushed more than serial numbers were allocated. Example:
If you backflush 10 pieces, you must also allocate 10 serial numbers.

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Enter as many serial numbers as corresponds to the backflush quantity.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RM065 - No. of serial numbers assigned does not correspond to confirmation qty ?

  The SAP error message RM065 ("No. of serial numbers assigned does not correspond to confirmation qty") typically occurs during the confirmation of production orders or goods movements when the number of serial numbers entered does not match the quantity being confirmed. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when dealing with serialized materials in production or inventory management.
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch in Quantity: The number of serial numbers entered does not match the quantity of the items being confirmed. For example, if you are confirming a production order for 10 items but only enter 8 serial numbers, this error will occur.
  Incorrect Serial Number Entry: Serial numbers may have been incorrectly entered or not all serial numbers have been accounted for.
  System Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the material master or the production order that affect how serial numbers are handled.
  Partial Confirmations: If you are trying to confirm a partial quantity but have not correctly specified the serial numbers for that partial quantity.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Serial Numbers: Check the serial numbers you have entered and ensure that they match the quantity of items being confirmed. Make sure that all serial numbers are valid and correspond to the items being processed.
  Adjust Confirmation Quantity: If you are confirming a partial quantity, ensure that the number of serial numbers matches the quantity you are confirming. If you are confirming 10 items, you need to enter 10 serial numbers.
  Check Production Order: Review the production order or goods movement document to ensure that it is set up correctly and that the quantities are accurate.
  Use the Correct Transaction: Ensure that you are using the correct transaction for confirming production orders or goods movements that involve serialized items.
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or your organization's SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to confirmations include CO11N (Single Screen Entry of Confirmations) and MIGO (Goods Movement).
  Material Master Settings: Check the material master settings for the serialized material to ensure that it is configured correctly for serial number management.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If custom logic is implemented in your SAP system, check for any user exits or BAdIs that might affect the handling of serial numbers during confirmations.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to serial number confirmations.
  
  If you continue to experience issues, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert who can provide more tailored assistance based on your specific system configuration and business processes.