How To Fix /SCWM/ELS005 - Work step &1 (&2 &3): Define and Activate Condition &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/ELS -

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Work step &1 (&2 &3): Define and Activate Condition &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/ELS005 - Work step &1 (&2 &3): Define and Activate Condition &4 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/ELS005 Work step &1 (&2 &3): Define and Activate Condition &4 typically occurs in the context of Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when there is an issue with the configuration of work steps or conditions related to warehouse processes.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The error usually indicates that a specific condition required for a work step is not defined or activated in the system.
  Incorrect Settings: There may be incorrect or incomplete settings in the configuration of the work step or the conditions associated with it.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, it might not have been fully activated or might be missing some components.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the EWM configuration settings and verify that the work step mentioned in the error message is correctly defined.
  Ensure that the condition referenced in the error message is activated and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Activate Conditions:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration area in the SAP EWM system where conditions are defined (e.g., under the "Define Conditions" section).
  Make sure that the condition type mentioned in the error message is activated.
  
  
  
  Review Work Step Settings:
  
  Check the settings for the specific work step (e.g., picking, packing, etc.) to ensure that all necessary conditions are met and that they align with the business process requirements.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly.
  If needed, re-transport the configuration or manually adjust the settings in the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional guidance and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the work step again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCWM/IMG to access the configuration settings for EWM.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP EWM expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message /SCWM/ELS005.