How To Fix V1528 - Serial numbers of item & not copied

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: V1 - Verkaufsbelegbearbeitung

• Message number: 528

• Message text: Serial numbers of item & not copied

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message V1528 - Serial numbers of item & not copied ?

  The SAP error message V1528 indicates that serial numbers for a specific item were not copied during a transaction, typically in the context of sales and distribution (SD) or inventory management. This error can occur in various scenarios, such as during sales order processing, delivery creation, or goods movement.
  Cause:
  The error message V1528 can be triggered by several factors, including:
  
  
  Missing Serial Number Assignment: The item in question may not have a serial number assigned in the system, or the serial number is not available for the transaction being processed.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for serial number management may not be set up correctly. This includes settings in the material master or in the sales document type.
  
  
  Document Flow Issues: If the document flow is not correctly maintained (e.g., if a delivery is created without the necessary serial number information), it can lead to this error.
  
  
  Item Category Settings: The item category in the sales order may not be configured to handle serial numbers properly.
  
  
  Stock Type: The stock type of the material (e.g., unrestricted, quality inspection) may affect whether serial numbers can be copied.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the V1528 error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Serial Number Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the item has a serial number assigned in the system. You can check this in the material master or through the serial number management transaction.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Verify the configuration settings for serial number management in the material master (MM) and sales document types (SD). Ensure that the relevant settings for serial number handling are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Check Document Flow:
  
  Review the document flow to ensure that all necessary documents (e.g., sales order, delivery) are correctly linked and that serial numbers are being carried over as expected.
  
  
  
  Examine Item Category:
  
  Check the item category in the sales order to ensure it is set up to handle serial numbers. You may need to adjust the item category settings in the configuration.
  
  
  
  Stock Type Verification:
  
  Ensure that the stock type of the material allows for serial number management. If the stock is in a type that does not support serial numbers, you may need to move it to a different stock type.
  
  
  
  Manual Entry:
  
  If the system does not automatically copy the serial numbers, you may need to manually enter the serial numbers during the transaction.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material), VA03 (Display Sales Order), or VL03N (Display Outbound Delivery) to check the relevant documents and settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to serial number management and the V1528 error.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation on serial number management for detailed guidance on configuration and troubleshooting.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in SD or MM modules for further assistance.