How To Fix /SCWM/GOODS_MOVEMENT052 - Warehouse task &1 item &2 must be confirmed with an exact valuation qty

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/GOODS_MOVEMENT -

• Message number: 052

• Message text: Warehouse task &1 item &2 must be confirmed with an exact valuation qty

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/GOODS_MOVEMENT052 - Warehouse task &1 item &2 must be confirmed with an exact valuation qty ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/GOODS_MOVEMENT052 indicates that a warehouse task (WT) item must be confirmed with an exact valuation quantity. This error typically arises in the context of warehouse management processes, particularly when dealing with goods movements in SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM).
  Cause:
  
  
  Valuation Quantity Mismatch: The error usually occurs when the quantity being confirmed does not match the expected valuation quantity for the item in the warehouse task. This can happen if:
  
  The quantity being processed is less than or greater than the expected quantity.
  There are discrepancies in the stock levels or valuation types.
  The item is subject to specific valuation rules that require exact quantities.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that enforce strict valuation rules for certain materials or movements.
  
  
  Incomplete or Incorrect Data: The data related to the warehouse task or the material may be incomplete or incorrect, leading to validation errors during confirmation.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Warehouse Task: Review the warehouse task and ensure that the quantity you are trying to confirm matches the expected quantity. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the warehouse task in the SAP EWM system.
  Checking the details of the task to see the expected quantity.
  
  
  
  Confirm Exact Quantity: Make sure to confirm the exact valuation quantity as specified in the warehouse task. If you are trying to confirm a partial quantity, ensure that it is allowed based on the task configuration.
  
  
  Review Material Master Data: Check the material master data for the item in question to ensure that the valuation type and stock levels are correctly maintained.
  
  
  Adjust Configuration: If the strict valuation requirement is not necessary, consider adjusting the configuration settings in the EWM system to allow for more flexible confirmations.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on handling warehouse tasks and confirmations.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCWM/TO_CONF for confirming transfer orders or /SCWM/WT for managing warehouse tasks.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential bug fixes or updates.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users involved in warehouse operations are trained on the correct procedures for confirming warehouse tasks and handling valuation quantities.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully confirm the warehouse task.