How To Fix /SCWM/MD016 - Warehouse number &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/MD -

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Warehouse number &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/MD016 - Warehouse number &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/MD016 Warehouse number &1 does not exist typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when the system is unable to find a specified warehouse number in the database. This can happen for several reasons, and here are the potential causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Warehouse Number: The warehouse number specified in the transaction or configuration may be incorrect or mistyped.
  Warehouse Not Created: The warehouse number has not been created or activated in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified warehouse.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If the system is integrated with other systems (like SAP ERP), there may be synchronization issues leading to the warehouse not being recognized.
  Inactive Warehouse: The warehouse may exist but is inactive or not set up properly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Warehouse Number: Check the warehouse number you are using for any typographical errors. Ensure it matches the format and values defined in the system.
  Create/Activate Warehouse: If the warehouse number does not exist, you may need to create it using the appropriate transaction (e.g., /SCWM/WH_CREATE for creating a warehouse in EWM).
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the warehouse. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the EWM system to ensure that the warehouse is properly set up and activated.
  Data Synchronization: If the warehouse is supposed to be synchronized from another system (like SAP ERP), check the integration settings and ensure that the data has been transferred correctly.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on warehouse management and error handling.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCWM/WH_CREATE, /SCWM/WH_MAINTAIN, and /SCWM/WH_LIST for managing warehouses.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to warehouse management and error messages.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the appropriate solution.