How To Fix /SCWM/SERIAL208 - Selected products have consistent serial number profile

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/SERIAL -

• Message number: 208

• Message text: Selected products have consistent serial number profile

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/SERIAL208 - Selected products have consistent serial number profile ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/SERIAL208 indicates that the selected products have a consistent serial number profile, which means that the system has identified that the serial number management settings for the products do not allow for the operation you are trying to perform. This typically occurs in the context of handling products that require serial number tracking in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module.
  Cause:
  
  Consistent Serial Number Profile: The products you are trying to process have a serial number profile that is set to be consistent. This means that the system expects a specific serial number format or sequence for these products.
  Mismatch in Serial Number Handling: The operation you are attempting (e.g., goods receipt, goods issue, transfer posting) may not align with the serial number management settings for the selected products.
  Incorrect Serial Number Assignment: The serial numbers being used may not match the expected format or may not be assigned correctly to the products.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Serial Number Profile: Review the serial number profile assigned to the products. Ensure that it is set up correctly and that it matches the expected handling for the operation you are performing.
  Verify Serial Number Assignment: Make sure that the serial numbers you are trying to use are valid and correctly assigned to the products. You can check this in the serial number management section of SAP EWM.
  Adjust Serial Number Settings: If necessary, adjust the serial number settings for the products to allow for the operation you are trying to perform. This may involve changing the profile or the way serial numbers are managed.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed information on serial number management and the specific requirements for the products you are working with.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They can provide insights based on your specific configuration and usage.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Serial Number Management in SAP EWM: Understanding how serial numbers are managed in SAP EWM is crucial. This includes knowing how to configure serial number profiles and the implications of consistent versus non-consistent profiles.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP EWM that deal with serial number management, such as /SCWM/PRDCT for product master data and /SCWM/SERIAL for serial number management.
  Training and Documentation: Consider undergoing training or reviewing SAP's official documentation on EWM and serial number management to better understand the system's requirements and functionalities.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your operations in SAP EWM.