How To Fix V1610 - If you work with serial numbers, use individual requirements

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: V1 - Verkaufsbelegbearbeitung

• Message number: 610

• Message text: If you work with serial numbers, use individual requirements

What causes this issue?

You have entered a serial number. However, the corresponding material
transmits summarized requirements. If you have several orders with the
same deadline for this material, the serial number of the requirements
record does not correspond with the serial number of the document. This
may result in an incorrect explosion of a bill of material in PP.

How to fix this error?

In this case, please use individual requirments for your material.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message V1610 - If you work with serial numbers, use individual requirements ?

  The SAP error message V1610 typically occurs in the context of sales and distribution (SD) when dealing with serial numbers and individual requirements. This error indicates that the system requires specific handling of serial numbers for items that have individual requirements.
  Cause:
  The error message V1610 is triggered when:
  
  You are trying to process a sales order or delivery that involves items with serial numbers, but the system is configured to require individual serial number management.
  The item in question is set up in a way that it needs to track serial numbers individually, but the necessary data or configuration is missing or incorrect.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the V1610 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Settings:
  
  Go to the material master record for the affected item and ensure that the serial number management is correctly configured. This can be done in the Material Master (MM01/MM02) under the "Sales: General/Plant" view.
  Ensure that the "Serial Number Management" field is set to "Individual" if the item requires individual tracking.
  
  
  
  Review Sales Order or Delivery:
  
  Check the sales order or delivery document to ensure that the serial numbers are being entered correctly. Make sure that the serial numbers correspond to the items being sold or delivered.
  If you are using a batch input or an interface to create orders, ensure that the serial numbers are being passed correctly.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings in the SAP system related to serial number management. This can be found in the SPRO transaction under:
  
  Logistics Execution > Shipping > Delivery > Define Serial Number Management.
  
  
  Ensure that the settings align with your business requirements for handling serial numbers.
  
  
  
  User Exits or BAdIs:
  
  If you have custom developments or enhancements (like user exits or BAdIs) that affect how serial numbers are processed, review them to ensure they are not causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on serial number management and the specific requirements for your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the serial numbers are being processed correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Serial Number Management: This is a feature in SAP that allows for tracking individual items through their unique serial numbers. It is commonly used in industries where items need to be tracked for warranty, service, or compliance reasons.
  Individual Requirements: This refers to the need for specific handling of items in sales and distribution, particularly when items are unique and require individual tracking.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this error or provide additional guidance on serial number management.
  
  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 SD and serial number management.