How To Fix /SCWM/GTS022 - Previous document type is too long for EWM; use up to three char. only

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/GTS -

• Message number: 022

• Message text: Previous document type is too long for EWM; use up to three char. only

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/GTS022 - Previous document type is too long for EWM; use up to three char. only ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/GTS022 indicates that the previous document type being used in the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) system is too long. Specifically, it states that the document type should be limited to a maximum of three characters.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when:
  
  A document type that exceeds three characters is being referenced in a process within EWM.
  The configuration or data entry for the document type is incorrect, leading to the use of an invalid or overly long document type.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP EWM and verify the document types that are defined.
  Ensure that all document types are set to three characters or less.
  
  
  
  Update Document Type in Transactions:
  
  If you are entering a document type manually in a transaction, ensure that you are using a valid document type that conforms to the three-character limit.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code or Enhancements:
  
  If there are any custom developments or enhancements that involve document types, review the code to ensure it adheres to the three-character limit.
  
  
  
  Data Migration or Uploads:
  
  If you are migrating data or uploading documents, check the source data to ensure that no document types exceed the three-character limit.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on document types in EWM.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or updates regarding this error message.
  EWM Documentation: Review the official SAP EWM documentation for best practices on document types and their configurations.
  Community Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or support channels for discussions related to this error, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your document types are correctly configured for use in SAP EWM.