How To Fix /SAPCE/IURU_MES116 - Issued seals in category &1 could be marked as lost only via MM

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPCE/IURU_MES -

• Message number: 116

• Message text: Issued seals in category &1 could be marked as lost only via MM

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPCE/IURU_MES116 - Issued seals in category &1 could be marked as lost only via MM ?

  The SAP error message /SAPCE/IURU_MES116 indicates that there is an issue related to the handling of issued seals in a specific category. The message states that these seals can only be marked as lost through the Materials Management (MM) module. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Process: The error typically arises when a user attempts to mark issued seals as lost through a process or transaction that is not allowed for that specific category of seals. The system is designed to enforce that such actions must be performed through the MM module.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that dictate how seals are managed, and if these settings are not aligned with the intended process, it can lead to this error.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action in the MM module.
  
  Solution:
  
  Use the Correct Transaction: Ensure that you are using the appropriate transaction in the MM module to mark the seals as lost. This may involve navigating to the correct screen or using the correct transaction code.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings related to seal management in the SAP system. This may involve checking the settings in the relevant customizing transactions (e.g., SPRO) to ensure that the processes are set up correctly.
  User Authorization: Verify that the user has the necessary permissions to perform actions in the MM module. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to request the appropriate access.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to seal management and the MM module for specific instructions on how to handle lost seals.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance on handling issued seals.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users are trained on the correct processes for managing seals and understand the importance of using the MM module for certain actions.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and properly manage the issued seals in your SAP system.