How To Fix /SCMB/GEN_MESSAGES007 - Warehouse number changed (Restart transaction or perform new search)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/GEN_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Warehouse number changed (Restart transaction or perform new search)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/GEN_MESSAGES007 - Warehouse number changed (Restart transaction or perform new search) ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/GEN_MESSAGES007 indicates that the warehouse number has changed during a transaction, which can occur in various scenarios, particularly in the context of Supply Chain Management (SCM) or Extended Warehouse Management (EWM). This message typically suggests that the system has detected a change in the warehouse number that affects the current transaction, and it requires the user to either restart the transaction or perform a new search.
  Cause:
  
  
  Warehouse Number Change: The most common cause of this error is that the warehouse number associated with the transaction has been altered. This could happen due to:
  
  Changes made in the master data (e.g., warehouse settings).
  User actions that inadvertently change the warehouse context.
  System processes that update the warehouse number based on certain conditions.
  
  
  
  Session State: If the user is working in a session where the warehouse number has been modified by another user or process, the system may not be able to reconcile the current state with the new warehouse number.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Restart the Transaction: The simplest solution is to restart the transaction. This means:
  
  Exit the current transaction.
  Re-enter the transaction and ensure that you are working with the correct warehouse number.
  
  
  
  Perform a New Search: If applicable, perform a new search to ensure that you are retrieving data relevant to the current warehouse number. This may involve:
  
  Using the search functionality to filter by the correct warehouse number.
  Ensuring that any selection criteria are updated to reflect the current context.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data: Verify if there have been any recent changes to the warehouse master data that could have triggered this error. If changes were made, ensure that they are correct and that users are aware of them.
  
  
  User Training: If this error occurs frequently, consider providing training to users on how to properly navigate transactions involving warehouse numbers to minimize accidental changes.
  
  
  System Configuration: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to review the system configuration or consult with your SAP Basis or technical team to ensure that there are no underlying issues with the system that could be causing this error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP SCM or EWM that deal with warehouse management.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for best practices in managing warehouse numbers and transactions to avoid similar issues in the future.
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.