How To Fix /SCWM/EXCEPTION049 - Object attribute alert object type &1 was set

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/EXCEPTION -

• Message number: 049

• Message text: Object attribute alert object type &1 was set

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/EXCEPTION049 - Object attribute alert object type &1 was set ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/EXCEPTION049 indicates that an alert object type has been set for a specific object attribute in the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. This message typically arises when there is a configuration or data issue related to the alert management system in SAP EWM.
  
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The alert management settings may not be properly configured for the specific object type in question.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the object attributes that are supposed to trigger alerts.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the EWM system, they might interfere with the standard alert processing.
  System Updates: Changes or updates to the system might have affected the alert configuration or the underlying data.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Alert Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the alert management configuration in the SAP EWM system.
  Ensure that the