/SCWM/UI_POST028 - Serial numbers are not supported for posting change deliveries

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/UI_POST -

• Message number: 028

• Message text: Serial numbers are not supported for posting change deliveries

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/UI_POST028 - Serial numbers are not supported for posting change deliveries ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/UI_POST028 indicates that serial numbers are not supported for posting change deliveries in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. This error typically arises when you attempt to perform a posting change for a delivery that involves serial number management, but the system does not allow this operation.
  Cause:
  
  Serial Number Management: The delivery you are trying to change is associated with serial numbers, and the system does not support posting changes for deliveries that have serial numbers assigned.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings in your SAP EWM system may not allow for the handling of serial numbers in the context of posting changes.
  Delivery Type: The type of delivery you are working with may not support serial number management for posting changes.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Serial Number Assignment: Verify if the delivery you are trying to change has serial numbers assigned. If it does, you may need to handle the delivery differently, such as by creating a new delivery or adjusting the existing one without involving serial numbers.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in your SAP EWM system related to serial number management and posting changes. Ensure that the settings align with your business processes and requirements.
  Use Alternative Processes: If you need to change the delivery and it involves serial numbers, consider using alternative processes such as:
  
  Creating a new delivery with the correct information.
  Using a different transaction that allows for the handling of serial numbers.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on handling deliveries with serial numbers and the limitations of posting changes.
  
  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 deliveries.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users involved in the delivery process are trained on the limitations and processes related to serial number management in SAP EWM.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP EWM for further assistance.