How To Fix /SCWM/SERIAL063 - The number of serial numbers (&1) is not equal to &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/SERIAL -

• Message number: 063

• Message text: The number of serial numbers (&1) is not equal to &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/SERIAL063 - The number of serial numbers (&1) is not equal to &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/SERIAL063 indicates a mismatch between the number of serial numbers provided and the expected number of serial numbers for a particular operation in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) system. Specifically, the message states that the number of serial numbers entered (represented by &1) does not match the number of serial numbers that the system expects (represented by &2).
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs in scenarios such as:
  
  Incorrect Input: The user may have entered an incorrect number of serial numbers when performing an operation, such as goods receipt, goods issue, or stock transfer.
  System Configuration: There may be a configuration issue in the system that defines how serial numbers are managed for specific products or processes.
  Data Integrity Issues: There could be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing or duplicate serial numbers in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Verify Input: Check the number of serial numbers you have entered against the expected number. Ensure that you are entering the correct number of serial numbers as required by the operation you are performing.
  
  
  Check Serial Number Management Settings: Review the configuration settings for serial number management in the SAP EWM system. Ensure that the settings align with your business processes and that they are correctly set up for the materials you are working with.
  
  
  Review Serial Number Data: If you suspect data integrity issues, review the serial numbers in the system. Look for any missing, duplicate, or incorrectly assigned serial numbers that could be causing the mismatch.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on serial number management and the specific transaction you are working with.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP EWM that deal with serial number management, such as /SCWM/PRDI for production-related processes or /SCWM/GR for goods receipt.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to serial number management and the specific error message for potential bug fixes or updates.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users are trained on the correct procedures for entering serial numbers and understand the importance of data accuracy in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.