How To Fix /SCWM/LC1005 - Differences indicator &1 in warehouse number &2 invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/LC1 -

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Differences indicator &1 in warehouse number &2 invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/LC1005 - Differences indicator &1 in warehouse number &2 invalid ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/LC1005 Differences indicator &1 in warehouse number &2 invalid typically occurs in the context of the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. This error indicates that the differences indicator specified is not valid for the given warehouse number.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Differences Indicator: The differences indicator you are trying to use may not be defined or activated for the specified warehouse number.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the EWM settings where the differences indicator is not properly set up.
  Data Entry Error: There could be a typographical error in the input of the differences indicator.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Differences Indicator: Verify that the differences indicator you are using is valid and exists in the system. You can do this by checking the configuration settings in the EWM module.
  Review Warehouse Configuration: Go to the EWM configuration and check the settings for the warehouse number in question. Ensure that the differences indicator is correctly assigned to that warehouse.
  Correct Data Entry: If the differences indicator was entered manually, double-check for any typographical errors or incorrect values.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files for the specific version of EWM you are using to understand the valid values for differences indicators.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCWM/PRDI (for managing differences) or /SCWM/IMG (for configuration) to access relevant settings.
  Customizing EWM: The differences indicators can be customized in the EWM settings, so ensure that any custom settings align with your business processes.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the differences indicators in the warehouse.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the differences indicator is valid for the specified warehouse number.