How To Fix /SCWM/SERIAL209 - Product &1 does not have serial number requirement on inventory level

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/SERIAL -

• Message number: 209

• Message text: Product &1 does not have serial number requirement on inventory level

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/SERIAL209 - Product &1 does not have serial number requirement on inventory level ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/SERIAL209 indicates that the product you are trying to process does not have a serial number requirement at the inventory level. This typically occurs in the context of warehouse management and inventory handling in SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM).
  Cause:
  
  Product Configuration: The product in question is not configured to require serial numbers. This could be due to the settings in the material master or the product master data.
  Inventory Level Settings: The inventory level settings for the product do not specify that serial numbers are required. This can happen if the product is not set up for serial number tracking in the system.
  Warehouse Management Settings: The warehouse management settings may not be aligned with the requirement for serial number tracking for that specific product.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record for the product in question.
  Check the "Basic Data" and "Sales" views to see if the serial number requirement is set. You can do this using transaction code MM03.
  Ensure that the "Serial Number Management" field is set to "Required" or "Optional" as per your business needs.
  
  
  
  Adjust Product Configuration:
  
  If the product should require serial numbers, you may need to adjust the configuration in the product master data.
  You can do this using transaction code SCWM/MAT1 or through the relevant EWM configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Review Warehouse Management Settings:
  
  Check the warehouse management settings to ensure that the serial number tracking is enabled for the relevant storage types and bins.
  You can review these settings in the EWM configuration under the relevant warehouse settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to serial number management in EWM for additional guidance on how to set up and manage serial numbers.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the product can be processed as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Serial Number Management: This is a feature in SAP that allows tracking of individual items through unique serial numbers. It is commonly used for high-value items or items that require traceability.
  Material Master: The material master is a central repository of information related to materials in SAP. It contains data such as descriptions, units of measure, and inventory management settings.
  EWM Configuration: SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) has specific configuration settings that govern how products are managed in the warehouse, including serial number tracking.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP EWM for further assistance.