How To Fix /SCWM/GM779 - Difference not possible - please cancel open putaway WT first

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/GM -

• Message number: 779

• Message text: Difference not possible - please cancel open putaway WT first

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/GM779 - Difference not possible - please cancel open putaway WT first ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/GM779 Difference not possible - please cancel open putaway WT first typically occurs in the context of warehouse management within the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. This error indicates that there is an issue with handling stock differences due to open putaway warehouse tasks (WT) that need to be addressed first.
  
  Cause:
  
  Open Putaway Warehouse Tasks: The error arises when there are open putaway tasks that have not been completed or canceled. These tasks are related to the movement of goods into the warehouse and must be resolved before any stock differences can be processed.
  Stock Differences: The system is trying to process a stock difference (e.g., a physical inventory adjustment) while there are still pending putaway tasks that could affect the stock levels.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Open Putaway Tasks:
  
  Go to the EWM interface and check for any open putaway tasks. You