How To Fix /SCWM/SERIAL067 - No provisional serial numbers allowed (Customizing)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/SERIAL -

• Message number: 067

• Message text: No provisional serial numbers allowed (Customizing)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/SERIAL067 - No provisional serial numbers allowed (Customizing) ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/SERIAL067 No provisional serial numbers allowed (Customizing) typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when there is an attempt to use provisional serial numbers in a scenario where they are not permitted according to the system's configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Settings: The error is primarily caused by the system configuration settings in the EWM module. If the system is set up to disallow provisional serial numbers for certain processes or materials, any attempt to use them will trigger this error.
  Material Master Settings: The material master record may not be configured to allow provisional serial numbers.
  Warehouse Process Type: The warehouse process type being used may not support provisional serial numbers.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Customizing Settings:
  
  Navigate to the EWM customizing settings (transaction code SPRO).
  Go to the path: Extended Warehouse Management -> Goods Movement -> Serial Number Management -> Define Serial Number Management.
  Ensure that the settings for provisional serial numbers are configured correctly for the relevant warehouse processes.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master:
  
  Check the material master record for the item in question (transaction code MM03).
  Ensure that the serial number management settings allow for provisional serial numbers if that is the intended use.
  
  
  
  Adjust Warehouse Process Type:
  
  Review the warehouse process type settings to ensure that they are configured to allow provisional serial numbers if needed.
  You can find this under Extended Warehouse Management -> Warehouse Process Types.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help notes related to serial number management in EWM for any additional configuration requirements or restrictions.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test to ensure that the error no longer occurs when attempting to use provisional serial numbers.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Serial Number Management: Understanding how serial numbers are managed in SAP EWM is crucial. Provisional serial numbers are typically used in scenarios where the final serial number is not yet assigned.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or updates regarding this error message.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting the action has the necessary authorizations to perform operations involving serial numbers.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above configurations, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.