How To Fix /SCWM/LM_EPD043 - For processor &1, &2 incomplete/open EWLs exist in the selected interval

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/LM_EPD -

• Message number: 043

• Message text: For processor &1, &2 incomplete/open EWLs exist in the selected interval

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/LM_EPD043 - For processor &1, &2 incomplete/open EWLs exist in the selected interval ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/LM_EPD043 indicates that there are incomplete or open EWLs (Empty Warehouse Logistics) for a specific processor within the selected time interval. This error typically arises in the context of warehouse management processes, particularly when dealing with handling units, stock movements, or inventory management.
  Cause:
  
  Incomplete EWLs: There are existing empty warehouse logistics (EWL) requests that have not been fully processed or completed for the specified processor.
  Open EWLs: There are open EWLs that are still pending and have not been closed or finalized.
  Time Interval: The error is specific to the time interval selected, meaning that the EWLs in question fall within that timeframe and are causing the issue.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check EWL Status: Review the status of the EWLs for the specified processor. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction in SAP and checking for any incomplete or open EWLs.
  Complete or Close EWLs: If you find any incomplete or open EWLs, take the necessary steps to complete or close them. This may involve processing the EWLs, confirming stock movements, or resolving any issues that are preventing their completion.
  Adjust Time Interval: If the EWLs are valid and should remain open, consider adjusting the time interval for your operation to exclude the period where the open EWLs exist.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on handling EWLs and resolving related issues.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you are unable to resolve it, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP experts for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP for managing warehouse logistics, such as /SCWM/PR for processing warehouse requests.
  Warehouse Management Configuration: Ensure that your warehouse management settings are correctly configured to handle EWLs and that there are no underlying configuration issues.
  User Authorizations: Verify that you have the necessary authorizations to view and manage EWLs in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.