How To Fix /SCWM/GM063 - Warehouse number must be set using parameter ID

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/GM -

• Message number: 063

• Message text: Warehouse number must be set using parameter ID

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/GM063 - Warehouse number must be set using parameter ID ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/GM063 indicates that the warehouse number must be set using a parameter ID. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when a user attempts to perform an action that requires a warehouse number, but the system does not have this information available.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Warehouse Number: The warehouse number is not set in the user session or in the relevant transaction.
  Parameter ID Not Set: The parameter ID for the warehouse number is not configured in the user profile, which means the system cannot automatically retrieve the warehouse number.
  User Profile Settings: The user profile may not have the necessary settings to default the warehouse number.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Set the Warehouse Number Manually:
  
  Before executing the transaction that triggered the error, manually enter the warehouse number in the relevant field.
  
  
  
  Set the Parameter ID:
  
  You can set the warehouse number as a default value in your user profile. To do this:
  
  Go to the transaction SU3 (Maintain User Profile).
  Navigate to the "Parameters" tab.
  Enter the parameter ID for the warehouse number (usually WHS or similar, depending on your configuration) and the corresponding warehouse number.
  Save your changes.
  
  
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the specified warehouse number.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator:
  
  If you are unsure about the parameter ID or how to set it, consult with your SAP administrator or the person responsible for SAP configuration in your organization.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Parameter IDs: These are used in SAP to store user-specific settings that can be automatically retrieved during transactions.
  Warehouse Management in SAP EWM: Understanding how warehouse management works in SAP EWM can help in troubleshooting similar issues.
  SAP Notes and Documentation: Check SAP Notes for any specific updates or patches related to this error message, as well as the official SAP documentation for more detailed information on warehouse management settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /SCWM/GM063 and continue with your warehouse management tasks in SAP.