How To Fix /SCWM/GOODS_MOVEMENT038 - Cancel pick WT &1 prior to difference posting for HU &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/GOODS_MOVEMENT -

• Message number: 038

• Message text: Cancel pick WT &1 prior to difference posting for HU &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/GOODS_MOVEMENT038 - Cancel pick WT &1 prior to difference posting for HU &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/GOODS_MOVEMENT038 indicates that there is an issue with canceling a pick warehouse task (WT) before a difference posting can be made for a handling unit (HU). This error typically arises in the context of warehouse management processes in SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM).
  Cause:
  The error occurs when you attempt to post a difference for a handling unit that is still associated with an active pick warehouse task. In other words, the system is preventing you from making changes to the inventory status of the handling unit because there is an outstanding task that needs to be canceled first.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Warehouse Task (WT): Check the details of the warehouse task associated with the handling unit (HU) mentioned in the error message. You can do this by using transaction codes like /SCWM/WT or /SCWM/PRT to view the relevant tasks.
  
  
  Cancel the Pick Warehouse Task:
  
  Navigate to the warehouse task that is causing the issue.
  Use the appropriate function to cancel the pick warehouse task. This can usually be done through the task management screen or by using the cancel function in the task details.
  
  
  
  Post the Difference:
  
  Once the pick warehouse task has been successfully canceled, you can proceed to post the difference for the handling unit.
  Use the appropriate transaction or function to perform the difference posting.
  
  
  
  Verify the Changes:
  
  After posting the difference, verify that the inventory levels and handling unit status are updated correctly.
  Check for any additional error messages or warnings that may arise during this process.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP EWM, such as /SCWM/WT for warehouse tasks, /SCWM/PRT for handling units, and /SCWM/DIFF for posting differences.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to warehouse task management and handling unit processing for more detailed guidance.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to cancel warehouse tasks and post differences in the system.
  System Logs: If the issue persists, check system logs or consult with your SAP Basis team for any underlying system issues that may be affecting warehouse operations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and continue with your warehouse management processes in SAP EWM.