How To Fix /SCWM/SERIAL013 - Serial number &1 is not on source HU

/SCWM/SERIAL013 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/SERIAL -

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Serial number &1 is not on source HU

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/SCWM/SERIAL013 - Details

• The SAP error message /SCWM/SERIAL013 indicates that the serial number specified is not found on the source Handling Unit (HU). This error typically occurs in the context of warehouse management processes, particularly when dealing with serial numbers and handling units in SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM).
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Serial Number: The serial number entered may be incorrect or mistyped.
  Serial Number Not Assigned: The serial number may not be assigned to the specified handling unit.
  Handling Unit Issues: The handling unit may not be properly created or may not contain the expected serial number.
  Data Synchronization Issues: There may be a delay or issue in data synchronization between different systems or modules.
  Warehouse Process Errors: The error may arise during specific warehouse processes, such as picking, packing, or transferring goods.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Serial Number: Check the serial number for accuracy. Ensure that it matches the expected format and value.
  Check Handling Unit Contents: Use transaction codes like /SCWM/HU to