How To Fix /SCWM/DLV_SERIAL306 - Requested number &1 exceeds quantity still to be serialized &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/DLV_SERIAL -

• Message number: 306

• Message text: Requested number &1 exceeds quantity still to be serialized &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/DLV_SERIAL306 - Requested number &1 exceeds quantity still to be serialized &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/DLV_SERIAL306 indicates that there is an issue with serial number management in the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. Specifically, the error message states that the requested number of serial numbers exceeds the quantity that is still available to be serialized.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs in the following scenarios:
  
  Excessive Serial Number Request: The user is trying to assign more serial numbers than the quantity of items that are still available for serialization. For example, if you have 5 items left to serialize but you are trying to assign 7 serial numbers, this error will be triggered.
  Incorrect Quantity in Delivery: The delivery document may have an incorrect quantity that does not match the actual stock available for serialization.
  Stock Management Issues: There may be discrepancies in stock levels due to previous transactions, such as goods movements or inventory adjustments that were not properly reflected in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Quantity: Verify the quantity of the items that are still available for serialization. Ensure that the number of serial numbers you are trying to assign does not exceed this quantity.
  
  
  Adjust Serial Number Assignment: If you are trying to assign too many serial numbers, reduce the number to match the available quantity.
  
  
  Review Delivery Document: Check the delivery document to ensure that the quantities are correct and that they match the stock levels in the warehouse.
  
  
  Stock Overview: Use the stock overview transaction (e.g., MMBE or /SCWM/IS) to check the current stock levels and ensure that they are accurate.
  
  
  Reprocess Previous Transactions: If there were any previous transactions that might have caused discrepancies, consider reprocessing them or correcting any errors.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for further troubleshooting.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCWM/IS for stock overview and /SCWM/PR for processing deliveries.
  Serial Number Management: Understand the configuration and management of serial numbers in EWM, including how they are assigned and tracked.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.