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How To Fix VL423 - Plant cannot be reset because serial numbers are maintained


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: VL -

  • Message number: 423

  • Message text: Plant cannot be reset because serial numbers are maintained

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  • What causes this issue?

    It is not possible to reset the plant because <GL:serial_number>serial
    numbers</> are maintained for this plant.

    System Response

    The system does not allow you to reset the plant.

    How to fix this error?

    First the delete the existing serial numbers for the item, then reset
    the plant.

    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VL423 - Plant cannot be reset because serial numbers are maintained ?

    The SAP error message VL423 indicates that a plant cannot be reset because serial numbers are maintained for the materials in that plant. This typically occurs in the context of inventory management and logistics when trying to perform certain operations, such as resetting a plant or changing its status.

    Cause:

    The error arises when there are serial number-managed materials in the plant. Serial numbers are used to track individual items, and if there are existing serial numbers associated with the materials in the plant, SAP prevents the reset operation to maintain data integrity and avoid loss of tracking information.

    Solution:

    To resolve the VL423 error, you can follow these steps:

    1. Check Serial Number Management:

      • Identify the materials that have serial numbers assigned to them in the plant. You can do this by using transaction codes like MMBE (Stock Overview) or IQ03 (Display Serial Number).
    2. Remove Serial Numbers:

      • If it is appropriate for your business process, you may need to remove the serial numbers from the materials. This can be done by:
        • Transferring the stock to another plant or storage location where serial numbers are not required.
        • Using the transaction MB1A (Goods Withdrawal) or MB1B (Transfer Posting) to move the stock.
        • If the stock is not needed, you can also consider scrapping it.
    3. Change Serial Number Management Settings:

      • If the materials do not need to be managed by serial numbers, you can change the material master settings to remove serial number management. This can be done in the material master record (transaction MM02), but be cautious as this may affect inventory tracking.
    4. Consult with Business Process Owners:

      • Before making changes, consult with relevant stakeholders or business process owners to ensure that removing serial numbers or changing settings aligns with business requirements.
    5. Retry the Operation:

      • Once the serial numbers have been addressed, you can attempt to reset the plant again.

    Related Information:

    • Transaction Codes:

      • MMBE: Stock Overview
      • IQ03: Display Serial Number
      • MM02: Change Material Master
      • MB1A: Goods Withdrawal
      • MB1B: Transfer Posting
    • Documentation:

      • Review SAP documentation or help files related to serial number management and plant settings for more detailed guidance.
    • SAP Notes:

      • Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.

    By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the VL423 error and successfully reset the plant as needed.

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