How To Fix /SCWM/LM_MS118 - Error opening logical file &1

/SCWM/LM_MS118 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/LM_MS -

• Message number: 118

• Message text: Error opening logical file &1

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/SCWM/LM_MS118 - Details

• The SAP error message /SCWM/LM_MS118 Error opening logical file &1 typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when the system is unable to access a logical file that is required for processing. This can happen for various reasons, including configuration issues, missing files, or authorization problems.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Logical File: The logical file specified in the error message may not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The logical file may not be correctly configured in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the logical file.
  File Path Issues: The path to the logical file may be incorrect or inaccessible due to system settings or network issues.
  File System Issues: There may be issues with the underlying file system where the logical file is stored.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Logical File Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code FILE or AL11 to check if the logical file exists.
  Verify the configuration of the logical