How To Fix /SCWM/BWEX004 - Update mode &1 is not valid. Permitted modes: 'C', 'F', and 'I'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/BWEX -

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Update mode &1 is not valid. Permitted modes: 'C', 'F', and 'I'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/BWEX004 - Update mode &1 is not valid. Permitted modes: 'C', 'F', and 'I' ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/BWEX004 Update mode &1 is not valid. Permitted modes: 'C', 'F', and 'I' typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when there is an issue with the update mode specified in a process or function. This error indicates that the update mode provided is not recognized or is invalid.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the use of an incorrect update mode in a function or process that expects one of the following valid modes:
  
  C: Create
  F: Full update
  I: Incremental update
  
  If a different character or an empty value is passed as the update mode, the system will trigger this error.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  
  Check the Update Mode: Review the code or configuration where the update mode is being set. Ensure that it is one of the permitted values ('C', 'F', or 'I').
  
  
  Correct the Input: If the update mode is being passed as a parameter in a function module or method, ensure that the correct value is being passed. If it is hardcoded, change it to one of the valid modes.
  
  
  Debugging: If you are unsure where the invalid update mode is being set, you may need to debug the process to trace the value being passed. Use transaction codes like SE80 or SE37 to analyze the relevant function modules or classes.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are using a custom development or third-party solution, refer to the documentation to understand the expected input values for the update mode.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary changes, test the process again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like /SCWM/PRD for production-related tasks or /SCWM/ORD for order management to see if the error occurs in specific transactions.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. Sometimes, there may be updates or corrections provided by SAP.
  Community Forums: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP community forums or support for additional insights or similar experiences from other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and correct the cause of the error message.