How To Fix /SCWM/ELS061 - Object type &1 is not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/ELS -

• Message number: 061

• Message text: Object type &1 is not defined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/ELS061 - Object type &1 is not defined ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/ELS061 Object type &1 is not defined typically occurs in the context of Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when the system is unable to recognize or find a specific object type that is being referenced in a transaction or process. This can happen for various reasons, including configuration issues, missing definitions, or incorrect data entries.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The object type referenced in the error message may not be defined in the system. This could be due to incomplete configuration in the EWM settings.
  Incorrect Object Type: The object type being referenced may be misspelled or not exist in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of configuration or development objects, the object type may not have been included or properly activated.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data that are causing the system to fail to recognize the object type.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Go to the EWM configuration settings and verify that the object type in question is defined. This can be done through transaction codes like /SCWM/IMG or /SCWM/ELM.
  Ensure that all necessary settings for the object type are completed.
  
  
  
  Verify Object Type:
  
  Double-check the spelling and format of the object type being referenced in the transaction. Ensure that it matches the defined object types in the system.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included and activated in the target system.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks in EWM to identify any data issues that may be causing the error. This can often be done through specific reports or transactions designed for data validation.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific object type and error message for any additional guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  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 context to help diagnose the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in EWM, such as /SCWM/ELM for managing object types and /SCWM/IMG for configuration.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message or the specific object type for any patches or updates that may resolve the issue.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.