How To Fix /SCWM/HU_WM_S4009 - The issuing agency code &1 is invalid.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/HU_WM_S4 -

• Message number: 009

• Message text: The issuing agency code &1 is invalid.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/HU_WM_S4009 - The issuing agency code &1 is invalid. ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/HU_WM_S4009 indicates that the issuing agency code specified in the system is invalid. This error typically occurs in the context of handling units (HUs) in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Agency Code: The issuing agency code you are trying to use does not exist in the system or is not properly configured.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the agency code entered.
  Configuration Issues: The agency code may not be assigned to the relevant organizational units or may not be active.
  Master Data Issues: The master data related to the issuing agency may be incomplete or incorrect.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify the Agency Code:
  
  Check the agency code you are using for any typographical errors.
  Ensure that the agency code exists in the system.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP and verify that the issuing agency code is correctly set up.
  Ensure that the agency code is assigned to the relevant organizational units.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the issuing agency to ensure it is complete and correctly configured.
  If necessary, update or create the missing master data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on how to configure and manage issuing agency codes.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO for configuration or SE11 for data dictionary to check the relevant tables.
  Tables: Check relevant tables such as TSCM_HU or any custom tables that may hold agency codes.
  SAP Notes: Look for SAP Notes related to this error message for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the invalid issuing agency code in SAP EWM.