How To Fix /SCWM/SERIAL017 - Serial number &1 is already assigned to another delivery

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/SERIAL -

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Serial number &1 is already assigned to another delivery

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/SERIAL017 - Serial number &1 is already assigned to another delivery ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/SERIAL017 indicates that a serial number you are trying to assign to a delivery is already assigned to another delivery. This is a common issue in systems that manage serialized inventory, such as SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM).
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Assignment: The serial number you are trying to use has already been assigned to a different delivery or document in the system.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may have been a mistake in data entry, leading to the attempt to assign a serial number that is already in use.
  System Configuration: The system may not be configured to allow the reuse of serial numbers across different deliveries, depending on business rules.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Serial Number Assignment:
  
  Use transaction codes like /SCWM/PRDI or /SCWM/PRDI to check the current assignments of the serial number in question.
  Identify the delivery or document to which the serial number is currently assigned.
  
  
  
  Reassign Serial Number:
  
  If the serial number is incorrectly assigned, you may need to unassign it from the current delivery before assigning it to the new one.
  This can typically be done through the delivery document or inventory management transactions.
  
  
  
  Use a Different Serial Number:
  
  If the serial number is legitimately assigned to another delivery and cannot be unassigned, you will need to use a different serial number for your current delivery.
  
  
  
  Review System Configuration:
  
  If your business process allows for the reuse of serial numbers, you may need to review the configuration settings in SAP to allow this. Consult with your SAP administrator or functional consultant.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on handling serial numbers in your specific version of SAP EWM.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing serial numbers and deliveries, such as /SCWM/PRDI for inventory management.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to serial number handling.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the proper handling of serial numbers to minimize errors in assignment.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and manage serial number assignments effectively in your SAP system.