How To Fix /SCWM/SERIAL203 - No serial number profile matches the selection criteria

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/SERIAL -

• Message number: 203

• Message text: No serial number profile matches the selection criteria

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/SERIAL203 - No serial number profile matches the selection criteria ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/SERIAL203 No serial number profile matches the selection criteria typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when the system is unable to find a serial number profile that matches the criteria specified in the transaction or process you are executing. This can happen during various operations, such as goods receipt, goods issue, or inventory management.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Serial Number Profile: The serial number profile that should be assigned to the material or product is not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used in the transaction may not match any existing serial number profiles.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the serial number management settings in EWM.
  Material Master Settings: The material master record may not be set up correctly to use serial numbers.
  Warehouse Management Settings: The warehouse management settings may not be aligned with the serial number profiles.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Serial Number Profiles:
  
  Go to the transaction code /SCWM/SERIAL to check the existing serial number profiles.
  Ensure that the required serial number profile is created and active.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Check the material master record for the material in question (transaction code MM03).
  Ensure that the serial number profile is assigned correctly in the relevant views (e.g., Basic Data, Sales, and Plant Data).
  
  
  
  Verify Selection Criteria:
  
  Review the selection criteria you are using in the transaction. Ensure that they are correct and that they correspond to the existing serial number profiles.
  
  
  
  Configuration Check:
  
  Review the configuration settings for serial number management in EWM. This can be done through the SPRO transaction (Customizing).
  Ensure that the settings for serial number profiles, assignment, and usage are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on serial number management and profiles.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test transaction to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  /SCWM/SERIAL: To manage serial number profiles.
  MM03: To view material master data.
  SPRO: To access the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to access and modify serial number profiles.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.