How To Fix STEP658 - Simultaneous serial numbers and effectivity dates for &1. Ignored

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: STEP - ISO 10303 STEP Mapping Messages

• Message number: 658

• Message text: Simultaneous serial numbers and effectivity dates for &1. Ignored

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message STEP658 - Simultaneous serial numbers and effectivity dates for &1. Ignored ?

  The SAP error message "STEP658 Simultaneous serial numbers and effectivity dates for &1. Ignored" typically occurs in the context of production or inventory management when there is a conflict between serial numbers and their associated effectivity dates. This error indicates that the system has encountered a situation where multiple serial numbers are being processed simultaneously, but they have overlapping or conflicting effectivity dates.
  Cause:
  
  Overlapping Effectivity Dates: The serial numbers being processed have effectivity dates that overlap, which can lead to confusion about which serial number is valid for a given time period.
  Incorrect Serial Number Assignment: Serial numbers may have been incorrectly assigned to a material or product, leading to conflicts in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the material master or serial number management settings in SAP.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Serial Numbers: Check the serial numbers involved in the transaction. Ensure that they have distinct effectivity dates and that there are no overlaps.
  Adjust Effectivity Dates: If you find overlapping effectivity dates, adjust them to ensure that each serial number has a unique and non-overlapping date range.
  Check Material Master Settings: Review the material master data for the affected product. Ensure that the serial number management settings are correctly configured.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on managing serial numbers and effectivity dates.
  Test in a Development Environment: If possible, replicate the issue in a development or test environment to better understand the cause and test potential solutions without affecting production data.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as IQ01 (Create Serial Number), IQ02 (Change Serial Number), and IQ03 (Display Serial Number) to manage serial numbers effectively.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If custom logic is involved in serial number processing, review any user exits or BAdIs that may be affecting the behavior of serial number handling.
  
  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 logistics and inventory management.