How To Fix /SCWM/EXT_SYS_LCK001 - Document category and document number must be filled

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/EXT_SYS_LCK -

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Document category and document number must be filled

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/EXT_SYS_LCK001 - Document category and document number must be filled ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/EXT_SYS_LCK001 indicates that a document category and document number must be filled in the context of Extended Warehouse Management (EWM). This error typically arises when trying to process a document (like a transfer order, inbound delivery, etc.) in EWM without providing the necessary identifiers.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Document Information: The error occurs when the system expects a document category and document number to be specified, but they are either missing or not properly populated in the transaction.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue in the EWM settings that does not allow the system to recognize the document type or number.
  Data Entry Error: Users may have inadvertently skipped entering the required fields during data entry.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Fields: Ensure that the document category and document number fields are filled in correctly. This can usually be done in the transaction where the error occurred.
  Review Configuration: If the fields are correctly filled but the error persists, check the configuration settings in EWM to ensure that the document types are correctly defined and mapped.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for the specific transaction you are working with to understand the required fields.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the importance of filling in all required fields when processing documents in EWM.
  Debugging: If the issue continues, consider debugging the process to identify where the document category and number are being set or missed.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using transaction codes like /SCWM/TO_CREATE, /SCWM/PR_CREATE, etc.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide patches or updates.
  Support: If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  By ensuring that the document category and document number are correctly filled and configured, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your EWM processes.