How To Fix /SCWM/ERPINTEGRATION035 - Differentiation attribute must not be left empty

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/ERPINTEGRATION -

• Message number: 035

• Message text: Differentiation attribute must not be left empty

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/ERPINTEGRATION035 - Differentiation attribute must not be left empty ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/ERPINTEGRATION035 indicates that a differentiation attribute required for the integration between SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) and SAP ERP is missing or has not been filled in. This error typically arises during processes such as goods movements, stock transfers, or when creating or updating documents that require specific differentiation attributes.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by one or more of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Differentiation Attributes: The differentiation attributes that are required for the specific process are not filled in the relevant document or master data.
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be properly configured to handle the differentiation attributes for the specific material or process.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data between EWM and ERP, leading to missing attributes during integration.
  User Input Error: Users may have inadvertently left required fields empty when creating or updating documents.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Required Fields: Review the document or master data that triggered the error and ensure that all required differentiation attributes are filled in. This may include fields like batch number, serial number, or other specific attributes defined in your configuration.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in both EWM and ERP to ensure that differentiation attributes are correctly defined and mapped. This includes:
  
  Ensuring that the differentiation attributes are activated for the relevant materials.
  Verifying that the integration settings between EWM and ERP are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a data consistency check between EWM and ERP to identify any discrepancies. This may involve checking material master data, stock levels, and other relevant information.
  
  
  User Training: If the issue is due to user input errors, consider providing additional training to users on the importance of filling in all required fields when creating or updating documents.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional guidance and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider using debugging tools to trace the process and identify where the differentiation attribute is being left empty.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in EWM and ERP that may help in troubleshooting (e.g., /SCWM/PRDI for inbound delivery processing).
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.