How To Fix /SCWM/SERIAL025 - Serial numbers needed for product &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/SERIAL -

• Message number: 025

• Message text: Serial numbers needed for product &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/SERIAL025 - Serial numbers needed for product &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/SERIAL025 indicates that serial numbers are required for a specific product, but they are not available or not provided in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of warehouse management and inventory processes where serial number tracking is mandatory for certain products.
  Cause:
  
  Serial Number Requirement: The product in question is configured to require serial numbers, but none have been assigned or provided during the transaction.
  Configuration Settings: The material master for the product may be set to require serial numbers, which means that any movement or transaction involving this product must include a valid serial number.
  Transaction Type: The specific transaction being performed (e.g., goods receipt, goods issue, transfer posting) may require serial numbers, and the user has not entered them.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Master: Verify the material master settings for the product. Ensure that the serial number management is correctly configured. You can do this by navigating to the material master record and checking the "Serial Number" tab.
  Enter Serial Numbers: When performing the transaction, ensure that you enter the required serial numbers. If you are receiving goods, make sure to scan or input the serial numbers associated with the items being received.
  Review Transaction Process: Ensure that the process you are following is appropriate for the product. If the product does not require serial numbers, you may need to adjust the material master settings.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for handling serial numbers in the specific context of your operations.
  User Training: Ensure that users involved in the transaction are trained on how to handle products that require serial numbers.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Serial Number Management: Understand how serial number management works in SAP, including how to assign, track, and manage serial numbers throughout the supply chain.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide additional guidance related to serial number management.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes (e.g., MM01 for material master, MIGO for goods movements) that may help in managing serial numbers.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in warehouse management and inventory control.