How To Fix /SCWM/LM_CORE_UI017 - Formula is empty; specify at least one formula element

/SCWM/LM_CORE_UI017 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/LM_CORE_UI -

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Formula is empty; specify at least one formula element

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/LM_CORE_UI017 - Formula is empty; specify at least one formula element ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/LM_CORE_UI017 Formula is empty; specify at least one formula element typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when working with the Labor Management (LM) module. This error indicates that a formula required for a specific operation or calculation is not defined or is missing necessary components.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Formula Definition: The formula that is supposed to be used for a calculation (like labor time, performance measurement, etc.) has not been defined in the system.
  Incomplete Formula Elements: The formula may exist, but it lacks the necessary elements or parameters that are required for it to function correctly.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings related to labor management or the specific process you are trying to execute.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define or Update the Formula:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration area in SAP EWM where formulas are defined.
  Check if the formula exists. If it does not, create a