How To Fix /SCWM/STOCK_UPLOAD063 - Serial number requires reference row or a material number

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/STOCK_UPLOAD -

• Message number: 063

• Message text: Serial number requires reference row or a material number

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/STOCK_UPLOAD063 - Serial number requires reference row or a material number ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/STOCK_UPLOAD063 indicates that there is an issue with the serial number handling during a stock upload process in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. Specifically, this error occurs when a serial number is being processed without a corresponding reference row or material number.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Reference Row: The system expects a reference row that contains the necessary details about the material or the stock item associated with the serial number. If this reference is missing, the system cannot process the serial number correctly.
  Missing Material Number: The material number associated with the serial number is not provided or is incorrect. The system needs to know which material the serial number corresponds to in order to validate and process it.
  Data Format Issues: The data being uploaded may not be in the correct format or structure, leading to the inability of the system to recognize the serial number properly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Upload File: Review the data file you are uploading to ensure that it includes all necessary fields, particularly the material number and any required reference rows.
  Ensure Correct Mapping: Make sure that the serial numbers are correctly mapped to their respective material numbers in the upload file. Each serial number should have a corresponding material number.
  Reference Rows: If your process requires reference rows, ensure that they are included in the upload. This may involve checking the configuration of your upload process to ensure that it is set up to handle serial numbers correctly.
  Data Validation: Before uploading, validate the data to ensure that all required fields are populated and that there are no discrepancies in the data format.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on how to structure your upload files for serial numbers in EWM.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on handling serial numbers in stock uploads.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to stock management and serial number handling in SAP EWM, such as /SCWM/PRDI for stock transfers or /SCWM/GR for goods receipt.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By addressing the above points, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully upload your stock data with the associated serial numbers.