How To Fix /SCWM/LM_CORE_UI014 - Formula &1 with formula type &2 and ext. process step &3 already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/LM_CORE_UI -

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Formula &1 with formula type &2 and ext. process step &3 already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/LM_CORE_UI014 - Formula &1 with formula type &2 and ext. process step &3 already exists ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/LM_CORE_UI014 typically indicates that there is an attempt to create or modify a formula in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) system, but a formula with the same name and type already exists in the system. This can occur during the configuration of warehouse processes, particularly when dealing with logistics execution and warehouse management.
  Cause:
  
  
  Duplicate Formula: The primary cause of this error is that a formula with the same name (&1), formula type (&2), and external process step (&3) already exists in the system. This can happen if:
  
  The formula was previously created and not deleted.
  There is an attempt to import or upload a configuration that includes a formula that already exists.
  
  
  
  Configuration Error: There may be a misconfiguration in the system where the same formula is being referenced multiple times.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Formulas: 
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction in SAP (e.g., /SCWM/LM_FORMULA) to view existing formulas.
  Search for the formula using the name and type to confirm its existence.
  
  
  
  Modify or Delete: 
  
  If the formula already exists and is not needed, consider deleting it or modifying it as necessary.
  If the formula is required, ensure that you are not trying to create a duplicate.
  
  
  
  Adjust Configuration: 
  
  Review the configuration settings to ensure that there are no references to the same formula in multiple places that could lead to conflicts.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on managing formulas in EWM.
  
  
  
  Contact Support: 
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP EWM for managing formulas and configurations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  EWM Configuration Guides: Review EWM configuration guides for best practices on managing formulas and external process steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.