How To Fix /SCWM/ERPINTEGRATION003 - Document type &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/ERPINTEGRATION -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Document type &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/ERPINTEGRATION003 - Document type &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/ERPINTEGRATION003 Document type &1 does not exist typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when there is an issue with the integration between EWM and the ERP system. This error indicates that the system is trying to process a document type that has not been defined or does not exist in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Document Type Configuration: The document type referenced in the error message is not configured in the system. This could be due to a missing entry in the customizing settings.
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type being used in the transaction may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Integration Issues: There may be issues with the integration settings between EWM and the ERP system, leading to the system not recognizing the document type.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, the transport may not have included the necessary document type settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the customizing settings in SAP (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for EWM and check the document types defined under the integration settings.
  Ensure that the document type referenced in the error message is defined and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Verify Document Type Usage:
  
  Check the transaction or process that is generating the error to ensure that the correct document type is being used.
  If necessary, update the transaction to use a valid document type.
  
  
  
  Integration Settings:
  
  Review the integration settings between EWM and the ERP system to ensure that they are correctly configured.
  Check for any inconsistencies or missing configurations that could lead to this error.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the issue arose after a recent transport, verify that all necessary configurations were included in the transport request.
  If not, you may need to manually configure the missing document type in the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to EWM and document types for any specific guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like /SCWM/PRT for managing document types or /SCWM/IMG to access the EWM implementation guide.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message /SCWM/ERPINTEGRATION003 Document type &1 does not exist.