How To Fix /SCWM/DLV_SERIAL314 - Serial number &1 has been entered more than once

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/DLV_SERIAL -

• Message number: 314

• Message text: Serial number &1 has been entered more than once

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/DLV_SERIAL314 - Serial number &1 has been entered more than once ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/DLV_SERIAL314 indicates that a serial number has been entered more than once in the system. This typically occurs in the context of handling serial numbers in warehouse management processes, particularly when dealing with deliveries or inventory management.
  Cause:
  
  
  Duplicate Entry: The most common cause of this error is that the same serial number has been entered multiple times for the same item or delivery. This can happen due to:
  
  Manual data entry errors.
  System issues where the same serial number is processed multiple times.
  Incorrect handling of serial number management in the warehouse.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that are not properly set up to handle serial numbers correctly.
  
  
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be duplicates in the serial number records.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Serial Number Entries: Review the entries for the serial number in question. Ensure that it has not been entered more than once for the same item or delivery. You can do this by:
  
  Using transaction codes like LS24 (Display Stock) or IQ03 (Display Serial Number) to check the status of the serial number.
  Checking the delivery document or the relevant inventory document to see if the serial number is already assigned.
  
  
  
  Correct Duplicate Entries: If you find that the serial number has been entered multiple times, you will need to correct the entries. This may involve:
  
  Deleting or adjusting the duplicate entry.
  Reassigning the serial number to the correct item or delivery.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the configuration for serial number management in the SAP system is set up correctly. This includes:
  
  Checking the settings in the material master for the relevant material.
  Ensuring that the serial number profile is correctly assigned.
  
  
  
  Data Cleanup: If the issue is due to data migration, you may need to perform a data cleanup to remove duplicates from the database.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling serial numbers in your version of SAP.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  LS24 - Display Stock
  IQ03 - Display Serial Number
  VL03N - Display Outbound Delivery
  MB52 - List Warehouse Stocks on Hand
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to serial number handling.
  
  
  User Exits and BAdIs: If you have custom developments, check if there are any user exits or BAdIs that might be affecting serial number processing.
  
  
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users involved in data entry are trained on the importance of unique serial number entries to prevent future occurrences of this error.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and prevent it from occurring in the future.