How To Fix /SCWM/SERIAL072 - UII &1 cannot be entered without a corresponding serial number

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/SERIAL -

• Message number: 072

• Message text: UII &1 cannot be entered without a corresponding serial number

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/SERIAL072 - UII &1 cannot be entered without a corresponding serial number ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/SERIAL072 UII &1 cannot be entered without a corresponding serial number typically occurs in the context of handling serial numbers in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. This error indicates that a Unique Item Identifier (UII) is being processed without an associated serial number, which is required for the operation you are attempting to perform.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Serial Number: The primary cause of this error is that the system expects a serial number to be associated with the UII, but it is not provided.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration settings in the system that require serial numbers for certain operations, and these settings may not be aligned with the current process.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have inadvertently skipped entering the serial number or entered it incorrectly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter the Serial Number: Ensure that you are entering a valid serial number that corresponds to the UII you are trying to process. Check if the serial number is correctly linked to the item in question.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings in SAP EWM related to serial number management. Ensure that the settings align with your business processes and that they require serial numbers only when necessary.
  Review Master Data: Check the master data for the material or product in question to ensure that it is set up correctly to handle serial numbers and UIIs.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling serial numbers and UIIs in your version of SAP EWM.
  User Training: If this error is frequently encountered, consider providing additional training to users on the importance of entering serial numbers and how to do so correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to serial number management in SAP EWM, such as /SCWM/PRDI for product data or /SCWM/GR for goods receipt.
  Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By addressing the root cause of the error and ensuring that all necessary data is entered correctly, you should be able to resolve the issue and proceed with your operations in SAP EWM.