How To Fix /SCWM/GWL002 - UoM for distance is not maintained in warehouse &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/GWL -

• Message number: 002

• Message text: UoM for distance is not maintained in warehouse &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/GWL002 - UoM for distance is not maintained in warehouse &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/GWL002 UoM for distance is not maintained in warehouse &1 typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM). This error indicates that the unit of measure (UoM) for distance has not been defined for the specified warehouse.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The primary cause of this error is that the unit of measure for distance has not been set up in the warehouse configuration.
  Warehouse Settings: The warehouse settings may not have been properly maintained to include the necessary UoM for distance.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the warehouse configuration.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the unit of measure for distance is properly maintained in the warehouse settings. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Warehouse Management Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP EWM configuration transaction (SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for warehouse management.
  
  
  
  Maintain Unit of Measure for Distance:
  
  Look for the configuration related to "Define Units of Measure" or "Maintain Warehouse Settings".
  Ensure that the UoM for distance (e.g., meters, kilometers) is defined for the specific warehouse indicated in the error message.
  
  
  
  Check Warehouse Number:
  
  Verify that you are working with the correct warehouse number as indicated in the error message (&1).
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, save your configuration.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After saving, perform a test to ensure that the error no longer occurs when you attempt to execute the process that triggered the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Extended Warehouse Management for detailed guidance on configuring units of measure.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCWM/WM for warehouse management settings.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  By ensuring that the unit of measure for distance is correctly maintained in the warehouse configuration, you should be able to resolve the error and continue with your warehouse operations.