How To Fix /SCWM/MFG_UI024 - No serial number added

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/MFG_UI -

• Message number: 024

• Message text: No serial number added

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/MFG_UI024 - No serial number added ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/MFG_UI024 No serial number added typically occurs in the context of the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module when there is an attempt to process a product that requires a serial number, but no serial number has been provided or assigned to the item.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Serial Number: The most common cause is that the item being processed is configured to require a serial number, but none has been entered or assigned.
  Configuration Issues: The material master may be set up incorrectly, or the serial number profile may not be properly configured.
  Process Flow: The process being executed may not include the step where a serial number is supposed to be assigned.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked entering the serial number during the transaction.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master: Verify the material master settings for the item in question. Ensure that the serial number management is correctly configured.
  
  Go to the material master record and check the "Serial Number" tab to see if it is set to "Required".
  
  
  
  Assign Serial Number: If the item requires a serial number, ensure that a serial number is assigned before proceeding with the transaction.
  
  You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction where the serial number can be entered or assigned.
  
  
  
  Review Process Steps: Ensure that all necessary steps in the process flow are being followed. If a serial number should be assigned at a certain point, make sure that step is not being skipped.
  
  
  User Training: If the issue is due to user oversight, consider providing additional training or documentation to ensure that users understand the importance of entering serial numbers when required.
  
  
  Check for System Updates: Sometimes, system updates or patches may resolve underlying issues related to error messages. Ensure that your SAP system is up to date.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Serial Number Management: Familiarize yourself with how serial number management works in SAP EWM, including how to configure serial number profiles and how to manage serial numbers during various transactions.
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to serial number management include:
  
  MM02 (Change Material Master)
  IQ01 (Create Serial Number)
  IQ02 (Change Serial Number)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to this error message. You can search for notes related to /SCWM/MFG_UI024 in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that serial numbers are properly managed in your SAP EWM environment.