How To Fix /SCWM/RF_DE138 - Number of serial numbers and quantity differs; not possible to save

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/RF_DE -

• Message number: 138

• Message text: Number of serial numbers and quantity differs; not possible to save

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/RF_DE138 - Number of serial numbers and quantity differs; not possible to save ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/RF_DE138 indicates that there is a discrepancy between the number of serial numbers entered and the quantity of the items being processed in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of handling units, serial number management, or during the processing of goods movements in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module.
  
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch in Quantity: The quantity of items being processed does not match the number of serial numbers provided. For example, if you are trying to process 5 items but only provide 4 serial numbers, this error will occur.
  Incorrect Serial Number Entry: Serial numbers may have been entered incorrectly or not all serial numbers for the items have been recorded.
  System 
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that enforce strict checks on serial number management, leading to this error if the conditions are not met.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Serial Numbers: Check the serial numbers you