How To Fix /STTPEC/MC_MD001 - Serialization type cannot be "Not serialized"

/STTPEC/MC_MD001 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /STTPEC/MC_MD -

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Serialization type cannot be "Not serialized"

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /STTPEC/MC_MD001 - Serialization type cannot be "Not serialized" ?

  The SAP error message /STTPEC/MC_MD001 Serialization type cannot be "Not serialized" typically occurs in the context of SAP's Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or similar modules where serialization is relevant. This error indicates that a certain process or transaction is attempting to use a serialization type that is not allowed or not appropriate for the operation being performed.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Incorrect Serialization Setting: The error usually arises when a material or product is set to "Not serialized" in a context where serialization is required. This can happen if the system expects serialized handling for certain operations (like tracking individual items) but the configuration does not support it.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the material master or the specific transaction may not align with the requirements of the process being executed.
  
  
  Master Data Issues: The material master data may not be correctly set up to handle serialization, leading to conflicts when trying to process transactions