How To Fix /SCWM/LK227 - Logical system must not be initial

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/LK -

• Message number: 227

• Message text: Logical system must not be initial

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/LK227 - Logical system must not be initial ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/LK227 Logical system must not be initial typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when the system is trying to perform an operation that requires a logical system to be defined, but it is not set or is empty.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Logical System Configuration: The logical system is not defined in the configuration settings for the warehouse or the relevant transaction.
  Incorrect Master Data: The master data for the warehouse or the relevant document may not have a logical system assigned.
  Integration Issues: If the system is integrated with other SAP systems (like SAP ERP), the logical system may not be correctly set up in the integration settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Logical System Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO and navigate to the relevant configuration settings for EWM.
  Ensure that the logical system is defined and correctly configured for the warehouse.
  
  
  
  Assign Logical System:
  
  If you are working with master data (like warehouse tasks, stock, etc.), ensure that the logical system is assigned in the relevant master data records.
  You can check this in the relevant transaction (e.g., LSMW, SE11 for data dictionary, etc.) to see if the logical system is populated.
  
  
  
  Integration Settings:
  
  If your EWM is integrated with another SAP system, check the integration settings to ensure that the logical system is correctly defined in both systems.
  You may need to check the RFC connections and ensure that the logical system is correctly mapped.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test to see if the error persists. This could involve re-running the transaction that triggered the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO, SE11, SE37, and SM59 for configuration and troubleshooting.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Extended Warehouse Management for detailed information on logical systems and their configuration.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /SCWM/LK227 Logical system must not be initial.