How To Fix /SCWM/LM_CORE_APPL039 - External process step &1 is not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/LM_CORE_APPL -

• Message number: 039

• Message text: External process step &1 is not valid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/LM_CORE_APPL039 - External process step &1 is not valid ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/LM_CORE_APPL039 External process step &1 is not valid typically occurs in the context of the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) system, particularly when dealing with external process steps in the warehouse management process. This error indicates that the specified external process step is not recognized or is invalid in the current context.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Process Step: The external process step specified in the error message does not exist or is not defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the EWM system that prevent the recognition of the external process step.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the master data or transactional data that lead to the system not being able to validate the process step.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the specified external process step.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Process Step Definition:
  
  Verify that the external process step referenced in the error message is correctly defined in the system. You can do this by checking the configuration settings in the EWM system.
  Navigate to the relevant configuration area (e.g., Customizing for EWM) and ensure that the process step is properly set up.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Ensure that all necessary configuration settings related to external process steps are correctly maintained. This includes checking the settings for the warehouse process types and any associated process steps.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Check for any inconsistencies in the master data or transactional data that might be causing the issue. This includes verifying the relevant warehouse tasks, handling units, and other related objects.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the process has the necessary authorizations to perform the action associated with the external process step. You may need to consult with your security team to verify user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional insights or updates that may address the issue.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider enabling debugging to trace the execution flow and identify where the error is occurring. This may provide more context on why the process step is deemed invalid.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide patches or updates.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  EWM Documentation: Review the official SAP EWM documentation for guidance on configuring external process steps and troubleshooting related issues.
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.