/SCWM/L3202 - Enter an owner

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/L3 -

• Message number: 202

• Message text: Enter an owner

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/L3202 - Enter an owner ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/L3202 Enter an owner typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when a user is trying to perform an action that requires specifying an owner for a particular item or stock. This error indicates that the system expects an owner to be defined for the stock or item being processed, but it has not been provided.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Owner Information: The most common cause of this error is that the owner field is not filled in the relevant transaction or document. This could happen during stock transfer, goods receipt, or other warehouse activities.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the EWM system that require an owner to be specified for certain types of stock or transactions.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have overlooked entering the owner information due to oversight or misunderstanding of the required fields.
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter Owner Information: When prompted with this error, check the transaction screen for an "Owner" field. Enter the appropriate owner (which could be a business partner, vendor, or customer) and try to proceed with the transaction again.
  Review Configuration: If the owner field is consistently required and it seems unnecessary for your business process, review the configuration settings in EWM. You may need to adjust the settings to make the owner field optional for certain transactions.
  Check Master Data: Ensure that the master data for the items or stock being processed includes the necessary owner information. If the owner is not defined in the master data, it may lead to this error.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the transaction you are working with, as there may be additional requirements or steps needed.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant transaction codes in EWM that may involve stock ownership, such as goods movements, stock transfers, or inventory management.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary roles and authorizations to enter owner information in the system.
  SAP Notes and Support: If the issue persists, consider checking SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can also reach out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  By addressing the missing owner information and ensuring proper configuration, you should be able to resolve the /SCWM/L3202 Enter an owner error in SAP EWM.