How To Fix /SCWM/SERIAL034 - &1 serial numbers, but only &2 &3 have been picked

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/SERIAL -

• Message number: 034

• Message text: &1 serial numbers, but only &2 &3 have been picked

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/SERIAL034 - &1 serial numbers, but only &2 &3 have been picked ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/SERIAL034 typically indicates an issue related to serial number management in the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. This error occurs when there is a discrepancy between the expected serial numbers and the actual serial numbers that have been picked during a warehouse process.
  Cause:
  The error message /SCWM/SERIAL034 is triggered when:
  
  The system expects a certain number of serial numbers to be picked (indicated by &1).
  However, only a subset of those serial numbers (indicated by &2 and &3) has been picked.
  This can happen due to various reasons, such as:
  
  Incorrect picking instructions.
  Serial numbers not being available in the stock.
  Manual errors during the picking process.
  System configuration issues related to serial number management.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Verify Picking Instructions: Check the picking instructions to ensure that they match the expected serial numbers. Make sure that the correct serial numbers are being picked as per the order.
  
  
  Check Stock Availability: Ensure that the serial numbers that are expected to be picked are actually available in the warehouse. You can do this by checking the stock overview for the relevant material.
  
  
  Review Serial Number Assignment: Make sure that the serial numbers are correctly assigned to the stock and that there are no discrepancies in the serial number management settings.
  
  
  Adjust Picking Process: If there are discrepancies, you may need to adjust the picking process. This could involve re-picking the items or correcting the serial numbers in the system.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on serial number management and the specific error message.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide more tailored assistance based on your specific configuration and processes.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Serial Number Management: Understand how serial numbers are managed in SAP EWM, including how they are assigned, tracked, and picked.
  Warehouse Management Configuration: Review the configuration settings related to warehouse management and serial number handling in your SAP system.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that can help you monitor and manage serial numbers, such as /SCWM/PRDI for picking and /SCWM/MON for monitoring warehouse activities.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.