How To Fix /SCWM/GM318 - Enter a reason for movement

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/GM -

• Message number: 318

• Message text: Enter a reason for movement

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/GM318 - Enter a reason for movement ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/GM318 Enter a reason for movement typically occurs in the context of the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module when a user attempts to perform a goods movement (such as a transfer, stock adjustment, or inventory count) without providing a required reason for that movement.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Reason Code: The primary cause of this error is that the system requires a reason code to be entered for the goods movement, but the user has not provided one.
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured to mandate a reason for certain types of movements, and if the configuration is set to require a reason, the absence of one will trigger this error.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked the field for entering the reason or may not have the necessary permissions to enter a reason.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter a Reason Code: When prompted with this error, the user should look for a