How To Fix /SCWM/RF_EN082 - Missing data for SN determination

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/RF_EN -

• Message number: 082

• Message text: Missing data for SN determination

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/RF_EN082 - Missing data for SN determination ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/RF_EN082 Missing data for SN determination typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when the system is unable to determine a Serial Number (SN) for a specific item during a process such as goods receipt, goods issue, or inventory management. This error can arise due to several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving it.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Serial Number Profile: The item may not have a serial number profile assigned, or the profile may not be configured correctly.
  Incomplete Master Data: The material master data for the item may be incomplete, particularly in the areas related to serial number management.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings in the EWM system regarding serial number determination.
  Document Type Settings: The document type being used may not be set up to handle serial numbers properly.
  Warehouse Process Type: The warehouse process type may not be configured to require serial number determination.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Serial Number Profile:
  
  Ensure that the material has a valid serial number profile assigned in the material master.
  Go to the material master (transaction MM03) and check the "Sales: General/Plant" or "Plant Data/Storage" views for the serial number profile.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Verify that all necessary data for the material is complete, including the serial number management settings.
  Ensure that the material is set up for serial number management in the relevant views.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the EWM system for serial number determination. This can be done in the Customizing settings under Logistics Execution > Extended Warehouse Management > Goods Movement > Serial Number Management.
  Ensure that the settings for the relevant warehouse process types are correctly configured to handle serial numbers.
  
  
  
  Document Type Settings:
  
  Review the settings for the document type being used in the transaction. Ensure that it is configured to require serial number determination if applicable.
  
  
  
  Testing and Simulation:
  
  Perform a test transaction to see if the error persists. If it does, consider using transaction codes like /SCWM/PRDI or /SCWM/PRDI to simulate the process and identify where the issue lies.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance on configuration and troubleshooting.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCWM/PRDI (for inbound processing) and /SCWM/PRDO (for outbound processing) to test and troubleshoot the issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation and help resources related to serial number management in EWM for best practices and configuration guidelines.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.