How To Fix /SCWM/EXCEPTION081 - Warehouse orders can only be displayed for object type 'Warehouse Task'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/EXCEPTION -

• Message number: 081

• Message text: Warehouse orders can only be displayed for object type 'Warehouse Task'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/EXCEPTION081 - Warehouse orders can only be displayed for object type 'Warehouse Task' ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/EXCEPTION081 indicates that you are trying to display warehouse orders, but the system is only allowing the display of warehouse tasks. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when there is a mismatch in the object types being accessed.
  Cause:
  
  Object Type Mismatch: The error occurs because the system is expecting a warehouse task object type, but the user is trying to access a different object type, such as a warehouse order.
  Incorrect Navigation: The user may have navigated to a screen or transaction that is not intended for displaying warehouse orders.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the EWM system that restrict access to certain object types.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Object Type: Ensure that you are trying to display the correct object type. If you need to view warehouse tasks, navigate to the appropriate transaction or screen that allows for this.
  Use Correct Transaction Codes: Use the correct transaction codes for displaying warehouse tasks (e.g., /SCWM/PRT for processing warehouse tasks) instead of warehouse orders.
  Review User Authorizations: Ensure that your user role has the necessary authorizations to access the warehouse tasks and orders.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP EWM documentation for guidance on the correct procedures for displaying warehouse tasks and orders.
  Check Configuration: If you suspect a configuration issue, consult with your SAP EWM administrator or technical team to review the settings related to warehouse order and task management.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Training and Documentation: Consider reviewing training materials or documentation related to SAP EWM to better understand the object types and their management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and correctly display the desired warehouse tasks or orders in SAP EWM.