How To Fix /SCWM/DS_CORE144 - You cannot delete docking location &1; appointments exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/DS_CORE -

• Message number: 144

• Message text: You cannot delete docking location &1; appointments exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/DS_CORE144 - You cannot delete docking location &1; appointments exist ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/DS_CORE144 indicates that you are trying to delete a docking location in the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module, but there are existing appointments associated with that docking location. This is a common issue when managing warehouse operations, as appointments are linked to specific docking locations for loading and unloading activities.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that there are active or scheduled appointments linked to the docking location you are attempting to delete. The system prevents the deletion to maintain data integrity and ensure that ongoing operations are not disrupted.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Appointments: 
  
  Navigate to the appointment management screen in EWM.
  Look for any existing appointments that are associated with the docking location you want to delete.
  
  
  
  Delete or Modify Appointments:
  
  If there are appointments that are no longer needed, you can delete them.
  If the appointments are still valid but need to be moved, consider rescheduling them to a different docking location.
  
  
  
  Confirm Deletion:
  
  Once all appointments linked to the docking location have been removed or reassigned, you can attempt to delete the docking location again.
  
  
  
  System Check:
  
  Ensure that there are no other dependencies or configurations that might prevent the deletion of the docking location.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like /SCWM/APP for appointment management or /SCWM/LOC for managing docking locations.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Extended Warehouse Management for more detailed procedures on managing appointments and docking locations.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to delete docking locations and manage appointments in the system.
  
  If you continue to face issues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message.