How To Fix /SCWM/ELS060 - External process step &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/ELS -

• Message number: 060

• Message text: External process step &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/ELS060 - External process step &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/ELS060 External process step &1 does not exist typically occurs in the context of Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when the system is trying to execute an external process step that has not been defined or does not exist in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The external process step referenced in the error message is not configured in the system. This could be due to a missing entry in the relevant customizing settings.
  Incorrect Process Step Name: The name of the external process step may be misspelled or incorrectly referenced in the configuration or during execution.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, the transport may not have included the necessary definitions for the external process step.
  Versioning Issues: The system may be running an outdated version of the configuration that does not include the required external process step.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Go to the EWM customizing settings and verify that the external process step is defined correctly. You can check this in the following path:
  
  SPRO -> Logistics Execution -> Extended Warehouse Management -> Cross-Process Settings -> External Process Steps.
  
  
  Ensure that the process step you are trying to use is listed and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Verify Process Step Name: 
  
  Double-check the name of the external process step being referenced in the error message. Ensure that it matches exactly with what is defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Transport Check: 
  
  If the configuration was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport request.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review any relevant documentation or notes related to the specific external process step to ensure that all prerequisites and configurations are met.
  
  
  
  Debugging: 
  
  If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the execution to see where the error is being triggered and gather more context about the missing step.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: 
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant configuration information.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message or the specific external process step. SAP frequently releases notes that address known issues or provide additional guidance.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed. Other users may have encountered the same problem and can offer insights or solutions.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP EWM documentation for detailed information on configuring external process steps and troubleshooting common issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.