How To Fix /SCWM/DLV_SERIAL217 - UII needed in item &1 for product &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/DLV_SERIAL -

• Message number: 217

• Message text: UII needed in item &1 for product &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/DLV_SERIAL217 - UII needed in item &1 for product &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/DLV_SERIAL217 UII needed in item &1 for product &2 typically occurs in the context of handling serial numbers or unique identification information (UII) for products in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. This error indicates that a Unique Item Identifier (UII) is required for the specified item and product, but it is missing or not provided.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing UII: The item in question requires a UII, but it has not been entered or is not available in the system.
  
  Configuration Issues: The product may be configured to require UII, but the necessary settings or data are not properly maintained.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be an oversight during data entry, leading to the absence of the required UII for the item.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Product Configuration:
  
  Verify the product configuration in the system to ensure that it is set up to require a UII. This can be done in the material master data