How To Fix /SCWM/HU_WM006 - External storage process step &1 cannot be set for HU &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/HU_WM -

• Message number: 006

• Message text: External storage process step &1 cannot be set for HU &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/HU_WM006 - External storage process step &1 cannot be set for HU &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/HU_WM006 indicates that there is an issue with setting an external storage process step for a Handling Unit (HU) in the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. The message typically states that the specified process step cannot be set for the given Handling Unit.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons, including:
  
  
  Invalid Process Step: The process step you are trying to set may not be valid for the specified Handling Unit. This could be due to the current status of the HU or the type of process step being applied.
  
  
  HU Status: The Handling Unit may be in a status that does not allow for the specified process step to be set. For example, if the HU is already in a completed state or is locked for some reason.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the EWM system that prevent the process step from being applied to the HU.
  
  
  Missing Data: Required data for the process step may be missing or incorrectly configured, leading to the inability to set the process step.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check HU Status: Verify the current status of the Handling Unit. Ensure that it is in a state that allows for the specified process step to be set.
  
  
  Validate Process Step: Ensure that the process step you are trying to set is valid for the Handling Unit. Check the configuration and documentation to confirm that the process step is applicable.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the EWM system related to external storage processes. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  Check for Locks: Ensure that the Handling Unit is not locked by another process or user. If it is locked, you may need to wait until the lock is released.
  
  
  Consult Logs: Review system logs or application logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  Test with Another HU: If possible, try to set the process step on a different Handling Unit to see if the issue is specific to the original HU.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in EWM, such as /SCWM/HU for Handling Unit management.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Extended Warehouse Management for detailed information on Handling Units and external storage processes.
  User Exits and BAdIs: Check if there are any user exits or BAdIs that might be affecting the process step assignment.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.