How To Fix /SCWM/EXCEPTION018 - Warehouse task selected (application message)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/EXCEPTION -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Warehouse task selected (application message)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/EXCEPTION018 - Warehouse task selected (application message) ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/EXCEPTION018 indicates that a warehouse task has been selected, but there is an issue preventing the system from processing it as expected. This message is typically encountered in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM).
  Cause:
  The error can arise from several potential issues, including but not limited to:
  
  Task Status: The warehouse task may be in a status that does not allow it to be processed (e.g., it might be locked, completed, or canceled).
  Task Assignment: The task may not be assigned to the user or the user may not have the necessary authorizations to process the task.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the EWM system that prevent the task from being processed.
  Data Integrity: There could be inconsistencies in the data related to the warehouse task, such as missing or incorrect information.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check Task Status: Verify the status of the warehouse task in the system. Ensure that it is in a status that allows processing (e.g., "Open" or "In Process").
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user attempting to process the task has the necessary authorizations. Check the user roles and permissions in the system.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the EWM system to ensure that they are set up correctly for the warehouse tasks.
  Data Validation: Validate the data associated with the warehouse task. Look for any missing or incorrect information that could be causing the issue.
  Logs and Traces: Review system logs and traces for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for any additional troubleshooting steps or known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in EWM, such as /SCWM/PRT for processing warehouse tasks or /SCWM/WT for managing warehouse tasks.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.