How To Fix /SCWM/EXCEPTION061 - Could not determine a valid business context

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/EXCEPTION -

• Message number: 061

• Message text: Could not determine a valid business context

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/EXCEPTION061 - Could not determine a valid business context ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/EXCEPTION061 ("Could not determine a valid business context") typically occurs in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. This error indicates that the system is unable to identify a valid business context for the operation being performed. Here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  
  Missing or Incorrect Configuration: The business context may not be properly configured in the system. This could include missing settings in the warehouse management configuration or incorrect assignment of business contexts to warehouse processes.
  
  
  Inconsistent Master Data: If the master data (such as products, storage bins, or warehouse tasks) is not correctly maintained or is inconsistent, it can lead to this error.
  
  
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the business context required for the operation.
  
  
  System Issues: There may be temporary issues with the system or inconsistencies in the database that prevent the business context