How To Fix /SCWM/SERIAL101 - Choose &1 serial number(s)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/SERIAL -

• Message number: 101

• Message text: Choose &1 serial number(s)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/SERIAL101 - Choose &1 serial number(s) ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/SERIAL101 Choose &1 serial number(s) typically occurs in the context of the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module when there is an issue related to serial number management. This error indicates that the system expects you to select a specific number of serial numbers, but the selection does not meet the required criteria.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Number of Serial Numbers Selected: The error usually arises when the user is trying to process a transaction that requires a specific number of serial numbers, but the user has either selected too few or too many.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that dictate how many serial numbers should be selected for a particular transaction.
  Data Entry Errors: Users may inadvertently enter incorrect data or fail to select the required serial numbers during the transaction process.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Selection: Ensure that you are selecting the correct number of serial numbers as required by the transaction. If the system indicates that you need to select a specific number, make sure to comply with that requirement.
  Review Configuration: If you are consistently encountering this error, it may be worth reviewing the configuration settings related to serial number management in EWM. This may involve checking the settings in the relevant customizing transactions.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to serial number management to understand the requirements for the specific transaction you are attempting to execute.
  User Training: If the issue is due to user error, consider providing additional training or resources to users to help them understand how to properly select serial numbers in the system.
  Debugging: If you have access to technical resources, debugging the transaction may provide insights into why the error is occurring and help identify any underlying issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on serial number management in EWM.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in EWM that deal with serial number management, such as /SCWM/PRDI for production integration or /SCWM/GR for goods receipt.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions or workarounds may have been shared.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.