How To Fix VHUMI185 - Materials with serial number requirement

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VHUMI - Messages for material identification

• Message number: 185

• Message text: Materials with serial number requirement

What causes this issue?

Manufacturing order &V1& contains material components for which serial
numbers are required.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Material components that require serial numbers are not supported in
transactions COPAWA and COWBHUWA or in process instructions MI_HUSTG,
I_HUCNS, MI_HUCMP, and MI_HUSQU.

System Response

Transaction COPAWA or process instruction MI_HUSTG cannot be executed
with manufacturing orders containing material components that require
serial numbers.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VHUMI185 - Materials with serial number requirement ?

  The SAP error message VHUMI185 indicates that there is an issue related to materials that have a serial number requirement. This error typically occurs when you are trying to perform a transaction involving a material that is configured to require serial numbers, but the system cannot find the necessary serial number information.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Serial Number: The material you are trying to process requires a serial number, but you have not provided one.
  Incorrect Configuration: The material master may not be set up correctly to handle serial numbers.
  Transaction Type: The transaction you are attempting may not support serial number handling as expected.
  Stock Type: The stock type (e.g., unrestricted, quality inspection) may not be compatible with the serial number requirement.
  
  Solution:
  
  Provide Serial Number: Ensure that you enter a valid serial number for the material when prompted. If you are performing a goods movement, make sure to specify the serial number in the relevant field.
  Check Material Master: Verify the material master settings for the affected material. Ensure that the serial number management is correctly configured:
  
  Go to the material master (transaction code MM03) and check the "General Plant Data/Storage" view.
  Ensure that the "Serial Number Management" checkbox is selected.
  
  
  Review Transaction: Make sure that the transaction you are performing is appropriate for materials with serial number requirements. For example, certain movements or transactions may not allow for serial number entry.
  Stock Type Verification: Check the stock type of the material. If the material is in a stock type that does not allow for serial number management, you may need to move it to a different stock type.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidance related to your system configuration and processes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to serial number management include:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  MIGO: Goods Movement
  MB1A: Goods Withdrawal
  MB1B: Transfer Posting
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or bugs related to serial number management.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If you have custom developments, ensure that there are no user exits or BAdIs that might be interfering with the serial number processing.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult the SAP community for further assistance.