How To Fix /SCWM/LM_EWRKL118 - Reason &1 and external step &2 used for creation of end-of-shift EWL

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/LM_EWRKL -

• Message number: 118

• Message text: Reason &1 and external step &2 used for creation of end-of-shift EWL

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/LM_EWRKL118 - Reason &1 and external step &2 used for creation of end-of-shift EWL ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/LM_EWRKL118 typically relates to issues encountered during the creation of an End-of-Shift (EWL) in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) system. This error indicates that there is a problem with the external step being used in the process.
  Cause:
  The error message /SCWM/LM_EWRKL118 is triggered when:
  
  An external step (like a task or process) is not correctly configured or is not compatible with the creation of an End-of-Shift EWL.
  There may be missing or incorrect data in the system that prevents the successful execution of the external step.
  The external step may not be defined properly in the system, or it may not be available for the current operation.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check External Step Configuration:
  
  Verify that the external step referenced in the error message is correctly configured in the system.
  Ensure that the external step is valid for the creation of an End-of-Shift EWL.
  
  
  
  Review Data:
  
  Check for any missing or incorrect data that might be causing the issue. This includes verifying that all necessary parameters and settings are in place for the external step.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details about the external step and its requirements.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the execution of the process to identify where the failure occurs.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error. SAP frequently releases updates and patches that can resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant logs or screenshots.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  EWL (End-of-Shift Warehouse Logistics): This is a process in EWM that consolidates tasks and activities at the end of a shift to ensure that all operations are accounted for and properly closed out.
  External Steps: These are typically processes or tasks that are executed outside of the standard SAP EWM processes, which may involve integration with other systems or custom workflows.
  SAP EWM Configuration: Understanding the configuration settings in SAP EWM can help in troubleshooting issues related to warehouse processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message /SCWM/LM_EWRKL118.