Serialization hierarchy without install base?

Hi, all.
Is it possible to create parent / child serialization linkage in SAP without employing an install base or linking them manually using COIB?
We're trying to see an "as built" structure and not having any luck. We're creating a custom report, but even that doesn't function with production order quantities greater than 1, because SAP doesn't inherently understand the parent / child serial number linkage.
Thanks in advance.
Sarah

hi,
Creating as built configurator with COIB is the only way. Especially when you have production order for a qty more than one, linking the component serial number to header item serial number can be acheived only with COIB.
If not you have to build complex logic in the custom program ( like first serial number went in produced the first serial number came out etc..)
cheers
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