How To Fix /SCWM/DLV_SERIAL320 - Serial number is needed for unique item identifier &1 for item &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/DLV_SERIAL -

• Message number: 320

• Message text: Serial number is needed for unique item identifier &1 for item &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/DLV_SERIAL320 - Serial number is needed for unique item identifier &1 for item &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/DLV_SERIAL320 indicates that a serial number is required for a unique item identifier in the context of warehouse management, specifically for the item specified in the error message. This typically occurs in scenarios where serial number management is enabled for certain materials, and the system expects a serial number to be provided for processing.
  Cause:
  
  Serial Number Requirement: The item in question is configured to require a serial number, but none has been provided during the transaction.
  Configuration Settings: The material master settings for the item may indicate that serial numbers are mandatory.
  Transaction Context: The error may occur during various transactions, such as goods receipt, delivery, or inventory management, where serial numbers are expected.
  
  Solution:
  
  Provide Serial Number: Ensure that a valid serial number is entered for the item when processing the transaction. This can be done in the relevant screen where the item is being processed.
  Check Material Master Settings: Review the material master data for the item to confirm that it is set up correctly for serial number management. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the material master (transaction code MM03).
  Checking the "General Plant Data/Storage" and "Sales: General/Plant" views to see if the serial number management is activated.
  
  
  Adjust Configuration: If the serial number is not required for the item, you may need to adjust the configuration settings in the material master or in the warehouse management settings to allow for non-serial number items.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the importance of entering serial numbers when required and understand the processes involved in handling serialized items.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  MIGO: Goods Movement
  VL01N: Create Outbound Delivery
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to serial number management and error messages for additional guidance or patches.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on serial number management in the context of warehouse management for best practices and detailed procedures.
  
  By addressing the above points, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the necessary serial numbers are provided for the items in question.