How To Fix /SCWM/DLV_SERIAL211 - Expected no. of serial numbers &1 not equal to no. of serial numbers &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/DLV_SERIAL -

• Message number: 211

• Message text: Expected no. of serial numbers &1 not equal to no. of serial numbers &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/DLV_SERIAL211 - Expected no. of serial numbers &1 not equal to no. of serial numbers &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/DLV_SERIAL211 indicates a mismatch between the expected number of serial numbers and the actual number of serial numbers provided in a delivery or handling unit. This error typically occurs in the context of warehouse management and logistics processes, particularly when dealing with serial number management in SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM).
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch in Serial Numbers: The expected number of serial numbers (as defined in the delivery or handling unit) does not match the number of serial numbers that have been entered or scanned.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may have been an error during data entry, such as entering too many or too few serial numbers.
  System Configuration Issues: There could be issues with the configuration of serial number management in the system.
  Incomplete Delivery Processing: The delivery might not have been fully processed, leading to discrepancies in the expected versus actual serial numbers.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Serial Numbers: Check the serial numbers that have been entered against the expected serial numbers in the delivery. Ensure that the correct number of serial numbers is being used.
  Correct Data Entry: If there is a discrepancy, correct the data entry by adding or removing serial numbers as necessary to match the expected count.
  Review Delivery Document: Look at the delivery document to confirm the expected number of serial numbers. Ensure that the delivery is correctly set up to reflect the actual quantities.
  Check Configuration: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings for serial number management in SAP EWM to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on handling serial numbers and resolving related errors.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP experts for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP EWM that deal with deliveries and serial number management, such as /SCWM/PRDI for processing deliveries.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential bug fixes or patches.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users involved in the process are trained on proper serial number handling and data entry procedures to minimize errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.