/CWM/MM062 - Serial numbers cannot be posted for material requiring serial number

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CWM/MM -

• Message number: 062

• Message text: Serial numbers cannot be posted for material requiring serial number

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CWM/MM062 - Serial numbers cannot be posted for material requiring serial number ?

  The SAP error message /CWM/MM062 indicates that there is an issue with posting serial numbers for a material that is configured to require serial numbers. This error typically occurs in the context of inventory management or goods movement processes where serial number tracking is mandatory for specific materials.
  Cause:
  
  Material Configuration: The material in question is set up in the system to require serial numbers, but the serial number is either not provided or is not valid during the posting process.
  Serial Number Management: The serial number management settings for the material may not be correctly configured, or the serial number may not exist in the system.
  Document Type: The document type being used for the transaction may not support serial number posting.
  Stock Type: The stock type (e.g., unrestricted, quality inspection) may not allow for the posting of serial numbers.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master: 
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and verify that the material is set to require serial numbers. This can be found in the "Basic Data" or "Inventory Management" views.
  Ensure that the serial number profile is correctly assigned to the material.
  
  
  
  Verify Serial Number:
  
  Ensure that the serial number you are trying to post is valid and exists in the system. You can check this using transaction code IQ03 to display the serial number.
  
  
  
  Correct Posting Document:
  
  Ensure that you are using the correct document type that allows for serial number posting. If necessary, consult with your SAP administrator to confirm the document type settings.
  
  
  
  Stock Type Check:
  
  Make sure that the stock type you are trying to post to allows for serial number management. If you are trying to post to a stock type that does not support serial numbers, you will need to change the stock type or adjust your posting accordingly.
  
  
  
  Transaction Code:
  
  If you are using a specific transaction code for posting (like MB1A, MB1B, etc.), ensure that it is appropriate for the type of movement you are trying to perform.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for any specific configurations or settings that may be affecting serial number postings.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Serial Number Management: Understand how serial number management works in SAP, including the configuration of serial number profiles and how they relate to material master records.
  Inventory Management: Familiarize yourself with the inventory management processes in SAP, especially how goods movements and stock postings are handled.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or bugs related to serial number postings.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult SAP community forums for further assistance.