How To Fix /SCWM/BIF035 - Could not determine EWM reference document for item &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/BIF -

• Message number: 035

• Message text: Could not determine EWM reference document for item &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/BIF035 - Could not determine EWM reference document for item &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/BIF035 Could not determine EWM reference document for item &1 typically occurs in the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module when the system is unable to find a reference document for a specific item during a process such as goods movement, stock transfer, or inventory management.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Reference Document: The item in question may not have an associated reference document in the EWM system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the EWM settings that prevent the system from linking the item to the correct reference document.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the master data or transactional data related to the item.
  Integration Issues: If EWM is integrated with other SAP modules (like SAP ERP), there may be issues in the data transfer or mapping between the systems.
  Item Not Activated: The item may not be activated for EWM processes, meaning it cannot be processed in the EWM environment.
  
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