How To Fix /SCWM/LM_CORE_UI029 - Transaction cannot be started without a warehouse number

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/LM_CORE_UI -

• Message number: 029

• Message text: Transaction cannot be started without a warehouse number

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/LM_CORE_UI029 - Transaction cannot be started without a warehouse number ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/LM_CORE_UI029 indicates that a transaction cannot be started because a warehouse number has not been specified. This error typically occurs in the context of the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module, particularly when trying to execute a transaction that requires a warehouse number to identify the specific warehouse context in which the operation should take place.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Warehouse Number: The most common cause of this error is that the warehouse number field is either empty or not properly populated in the transaction you are trying to execute.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the warehouse number from being recognized or retrieved.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the warehouse number or the related transactions.
  System Settings: The system settings may not be correctly configured to allow transactions without a warehouse number.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Warehouse Number Input: Ensure that you have entered a valid warehouse number in the relevant field before executing the transaction. If you are using a user interface, make sure the warehouse number is selected or input correctly.
  Review User Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the warehouse and perform the intended transaction. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  Configuration Review: If the warehouse number is supposed to be automatically populated, check the configuration settings in the EWM module to ensure that they are set up correctly.
  Transaction Context: Make sure that the transaction you are trying to execute is appropriate for the warehouse number you are using. Some transactions may have specific requirements regarding the warehouse context.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to the transaction you are trying to execute and the warehouse management processes involved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in EWM that may help in managing warehouse numbers and related settings.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully execute the desired transaction in SAP EWM.