How To Fix /SCWM/LK014 - Message type "cancellation request" is not active for variant &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/LK -

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Message type "cancellation request" is not active for variant &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/LK014 - Message type "cancellation request" is not active for variant & ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/LK014 indicates that a "cancellation request" is not active for a specific variant in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM). This error typically arises when trying to process a cancellation request for a variant that has not been configured to allow such requests.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Cancellation Request: The specific variant you are trying to use does not have the cancellation request functionality activated.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the system where the cancellation request settings for the variant have not been properly defined.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform cancellation requests for that variant.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Variant Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the specific variant in the SAP EWM system.
  Ensure that the cancellation request functionality is activated for that variant. This can typically be done in the customizing settings under the relevant EWM configuration.
  
  
  
  Activate Cancellation Request:
  
  If the cancellation request is not active, you may need to activate it. This usually involves navigating to the relevant customizing transaction (like SPRO) and enabling the cancellation request for the variant.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Check if the user attempting to perform the cancellation has the necessary authorizations. This can be done by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for specific steps on how to configure cancellation requests for variants in EWM.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and authorizations, 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 product data or /SCWM/PRD for managing warehouse processes.
  Customizing Path: The path in SPRO for EWM configuration might look like: Logistics Execution -> Extended Warehouse Management -> Basic Settings -> Define Cancellation Request.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /SCWM/LK014 and successfully process cancellation requests for the specified variant.