How To Fix /SCWM/ERPINTEGRATION004 - Delivery document type &1 has the wrong document category &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/ERPINTEGRATION -

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Delivery document type &1 has the wrong document category &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/ERPINTEGRATION004 - Delivery document type &1 has the wrong document category &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/ERPINTEGRATION004 indicates that there is a mismatch between the delivery document type and its associated document category in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) system. This error typically arises during the integration between SAP EWM and SAP ERP (or other systems) when processing delivery documents.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Document Type Configuration: The delivery document type being used does not match the expected document category in the EWM system. Each delivery document type is associated with a specific document category, and if there is a mismatch, this error will occur.
  Customizations or Changes: If there have been recent changes or customizations in the document types or categories, it may lead to inconsistencies.
  Data Transfer Issues: Problems during the data transfer from ERP to EWM can also lead to this error, especially if the document type is not correctly mapped.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP EWM and verify the mapping of delivery document types to their respective document categories.
  Ensure that the document type being used is correctly defined and associated with the appropriate document category.
  
  
  
  Review Customizations:
  
  If there have been recent changes to the document types or categories, review those changes to ensure they are correctly implemented.
  Check for any custom code or enhancements that might affect the document type processing.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a consistency check on the data being transferred from ERP to EWM. Ensure that the delivery document types are correctly set up in both systems.
  Use transaction codes like /SCWM/PRD to monitor and analyze the integration process.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional insights or updates that may address the issue.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, conduct tests to ensure that the delivery documents are processed correctly without triggering the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCWM/PRD for monitoring and /SCWM/IMG for configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Integration Settings: Review the integration settings between SAP ERP and EWM to ensure that they are correctly configured.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.