How To Fix /SCWM/ERPINTEGRATION416 - Purchase order &1/&2 does not exist in ERP system (document &3/&4)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/ERPINTEGRATION -

• Message number: 416

• Message text: Purchase order &1/&2 does not exist in ERP system (document &3/&4)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/ERPINTEGRATION416 - Purchase order &1/&2 does not exist in ERP system (document &3/&4) ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/ERPINTEGRATION416 indicates that a specific purchase order does not exist in the ERP system. This error typically arises in the context of the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) system when it tries to synchronize or integrate with the ERP system (like SAP S/4HANA or SAP ECC).
  Cause:
  
  
  Non-Existent Purchase Order: The purchase order referenced in the error message does not exist in the ERP system. This could be due to:
  
  The purchase order was never created.
  The purchase order was deleted or archived.
  There is a typo or error in the purchase order number being referenced.
  
  
  
  Integration Issues: There may be issues with the integration settings between EWM and the ERP system, leading to discrepancies in data.
  
  
  Data Synchronization Delay: If the purchase order was recently created in the ERP system, there might be a delay in synchronization with the EWM system.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user or process attempting to access the purchase order may not have the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Purchase Order: Check the ERP system to confirm whether the purchase order exists. You can do this by:
  
  Using transaction codes like ME23N (Display Purchase Order) in the ERP system.
  Ensuring that the purchase order number and document type are correct.
  
  
  
  Check Integration Settings: Review the integration settings between EWM and the ERP system to ensure they are correctly configured. This includes checking:
  
  The settings in the EWM system for ERP integration.
  Any relevant middleware or communication settings.
  
  
  
  Data Synchronization: If the purchase order was recently created, wait for a while and try again. You may also want to manually trigger the synchronization process if applicable.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user or process has the necessary authorizations to access the purchase order in the ERP system.
  
  
  Consult Logs: Check the application logs in both EWM and the ERP system for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the SAP EWM and ERP integration documentation for best practices and configuration guidelines.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution.