How To Fix /SCWM/ERPINTEGRATION720 - Definition of own business system is missing


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  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: /SCWM/ERPINTEGRATION -

  • Message number: 720

  • Message text: Definition of own business system is missing

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/ERPINTEGRATION720 - Definition of own business system is missing ?

    The SAP error message /SCWM/ERPINTEGRATION720 Definition of own business system is missing typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when the system is unable to find a defined business system for the integration with SAP ERP. This can happen during various processes, such as when trying to execute a transaction that requires communication between EWM and ERP.

    Cause:

    1. Missing Configuration: The business system that is supposed to represent the EWM system in the ERP system is not defined or configured properly.
    2. Incorrect Settings: The settings in the EWM configuration might not be aligned with the ERP system settings.
    3. Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, it might not have been transported correctly.

    Solution:

    To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:

    1. Define the Business System:

      • Go to the transaction code SPRO in the SAP GUI.
      • Navigate to Extended Warehouse Management > Integration with SAP ERP > Define Business System.
      • Ensure that your EWM system is defined as a business system in the ERP system.
    2. Check the Logical System:

      • Ensure that the logical system for your EWM is correctly defined in the ERP system.
      • You can check this in the transaction code BD54 (Maintain Logical Systems).
    3. Assign the Business System:

      • Make sure that the business system is assigned to the correct client and that it is active.
      • You can check this in the transaction code SICF (Maintain Services) to ensure that the necessary services are activated.
    4. Check RFC Connections:

      • Verify that the RFC connections between EWM and ERP are correctly set up and functioning.
      • Use transaction code SM59 to check the RFC destinations.
    5. Transport Requests:

      • If the configuration was transported, ensure that all necessary transport requests have been imported correctly and that there are no missing objects.
    6. Testing:

      • After making the necessary changes, test the integration again to see if the error persists.

    Related Information:

    • Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on EWM and ERP integration.
    • SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
    • Community Forums: Engage with the SAP Community or forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.

    By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure proper integration between your SAP EWM and ERP systems.

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