How To Fix /SCWM/CON021 - Party entitled to dispose is not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/CON -

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Party entitled to dispose is not defined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/CON021 - Party entitled to dispose is not defined ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/CON021 ("Party entitled to dispose is not defined") typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when there is an issue with the configuration of the business partners or the handling of the disposal process. This error indicates that the system cannot find a defined party (such as a vendor or customer) that is authorized to dispose of the goods in question.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The party entitled to dispose of the goods has not been defined in the system. This could be due to missing entries in the business partner master data.
  Incorrect Business Partner Assignment: The business partner assigned to the material or the process may not have the necessary roles or authorizations set up.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the material, such as missing or incorrect disposal information.
  Process Flow Issues: The error may arise if the process flow does not correctly reference the party entitled to dispose of the goods.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Define the Party Entitled to Dispose:
  
  Go to the business partner master data in SAP and ensure that the party entitled to dispose is correctly defined.
  Check the roles assigned to the business partner and ensure that the necessary roles for disposal are included.
  
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Verify the material master data to ensure that the disposal party is correctly assigned.
  Ensure that the relevant views (such as purchasing or sales) are properly maintained.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the EWM system to ensure that the disposal process is correctly set up.
  Navigate to the relevant customizing settings in SPRO and ensure that all necessary configurations for disposal are in place.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the error message for any specific guidance or updates that may address the issue.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the disposal process can be completed successfully.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) to manage business partner data or MM02 (Change Material) to update material master data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or patches related to this error.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the /SCWM/CON021 error and ensure that the party entitled to dispose of the goods is correctly defined in your SAP EWM system.