/ISDFPS/FDPDAMPO162 - Cannot determine serial number profile for material & plant &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/FDPDAMPO -

• Message number: 162

• Message text: Cannot determine serial number profile for material & plant &

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

AnswerBot

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/FDPDAMPO162 - Cannot determine serial number profile for material & plant & ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/FDPDAMPO162 indicates that the system is unable to determine the serial number profile for a specific material and plant combination. This error typically arises in the context of handling materials that are managed with serial numbers, particularly in the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or SAP S/4HANA environments.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Serial Number Profile: The serial number profile for the specified material and plant combination may not be defined in the system.
  Incorrect Material Master Data: The material master data may not be correctly set up to include serial number management.
  Plant-Specific Settings: The plant settings may not be configured to handle serial numbers for the specified material.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the serial number profiles in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Serial Number Profile:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and check if a serial number profile is assigned to the material.
  If not, you may need to assign a serial number profile to the material using transaction code MM02.
  
  
  
  Define Serial Number Profile:
  
  If the serial number profile does not exist, you can create one using transaction code OIS2 (for defining serial number profiles).
  Ensure that the profile is correctly configured to meet your business requirements.
  
  
  
  Check Plant Settings:
  
  Verify that the plant settings allow for serial number management. This can be checked in the plant-specific data of the material master.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for serial number management in the system. This may involve reviewing the settings in the IMG (Implementation Guide) under Logistics Execution or Material Management.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed steps on managing serial numbers and profiles.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  MM02: Change Material Master
  OIS2: Define Serial Number Profiles
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to material master data and configuration settings.
  
  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 material management and serial number processes.