How To Fix /SCWM/LM_EWRKL002 - Error while performing a DB search query for the EWL

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/LM_EWRKL -

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Error while performing a DB search query for the EWL

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/LM_EWRKL002 - Error while performing a DB search query for the EWL ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/LM_EWRKL002 typically occurs in the context of the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module when there is an issue with performing a database search query for the EWL (EWM Work List). This error can arise due to various reasons, including configuration issues, data inconsistencies, or system performance problems.
  Cause
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data stored in the database that prevent the query from executing successfully.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the EWM system can lead to errors when trying to access or query the database.
  Performance Issues: If the database is under heavy load or if there are performance bottlenecks, it may lead to timeouts or failures in executing queries.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the query may not have the necessary authorizations to access the required data.
  Database Connectivity Issues: Problems with the connection to the database can also result in this error.
  
  Solution
  
  Check Data Consistency: Use transaction codes like /SCWM/PRD to check for any inconsistencies in the data. You may need to run consistency checks or repair tools provided by SAP.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the EWM configuration is set up correctly. Check the settings related to the EWL and ensure that all necessary parameters are correctly defined.
  Monitor System Performance: Use transaction codes like ST22 (Dump Analysis) and SM21 (System Log) to check for any performance issues or errors in the system logs that could be affecting database queries.
  Check Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the database search. You can use transaction SU53 to analyze authorization issues.
  Database Connectivity: Ensure that the database is up and running and that there are no connectivity issues. You may need to check with your database administrator for any underlying issues.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates available that resolve known issues.
  
  Related Information
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for EWM for detailed information on configuration and troubleshooting.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums where other users may have encountered similar issues and can provide insights or solutions.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.