How To Fix /SCWM/DELIVERY_UI042 - ERP system (&1) not available

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/DELIVERY_UI -

• Message number: 042

• Message text: ERP system (&1) not available

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/DELIVERY_UI042 - ERP system (&1) not available ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/DELIVERY_UI042 indicating that the ERP system (&1) is not available typically arises in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when there is an issue with the connection to the backend ERP system (like SAP ECC or S/4HANA). Here’s a breakdown of the potential causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems between the EWM system and the ERP system.
  System Downtime: The ERP system might be down for maintenance or experiencing outages.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the EWM system regarding the connection to the ERP system.
  RFC Connection Problems: The Remote Function Call (RFC) connection between EWM and the ERP system may not be set up correctly or may be inactive.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the ERP system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Network Connectivity: Ensure that the network connection between the EWM and ERP systems is stable and functioning. You can use tools like ping or traceroute to diagnose network issues.
  Verify System Status: Check if the ERP system is up and running. You can do this by logging into the ERP system directly or checking with your system administrator.
  Review Configuration Settings: Go to the EWM configuration settings and verify that the connection parameters to the ERP system are correctly configured.
  Check RFC Connections:
  
  Use transaction code SM59 in the SAP GUI to check the status of the RFC connection.
  Test the connection to ensure it is working properly. If it is not, you may need to reconfigure it.
  
  
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the ERP system. You may need to consult with your security team to verify this.
  Check Logs: Review the application logs in both EWM and ERP systems for any additional error messages that could provide more context on the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for EWM and ERP integration for detailed configuration and troubleshooting guidelines.
  Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the /SCWM/DELIVERY_UI042 error message.