How To Fix /SCWM/MD024 - Document category &1 for document-related stock not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/MD -

• Message number: 024

• Message text: Document category &1 for document-related stock not defined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/MD024 - Document category &1 for document-related stock not defined ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/MD024 Document category &1 for document-related stock not defined typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when the system is unable to find a configuration for a specific document category related to document-related stock. This can happen during various processes, such as stock transfers, inventory management, or when trying to create or manage stock documents.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The document category specified in the error message is not defined in the system. This could be due to a missing entry in the configuration settings for document-related stock.
  Incorrect Document Category: The document category being referenced may not be valid or may not have been set up correctly in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly, leading to missing entries.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP EWM.
  Navigate to the relevant area where document categories are defined (usually under the Logistics Execution or Extended Warehouse Management settings).
  Ensure that the document category specified in the error message is defined and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Define Document Category:
  
  If the document category is missing, you will need to create it. This can typically be done in the customizing settings (SPRO) under the relevant EWM configuration.
  Make sure to assign the necessary parameters and settings to the new document category.
  
  
  
  Validate Document Category:
  
  Ensure that the document category is valid and corresponds to the expected types of documents in your warehouse processes.
  Check if there are any dependencies or prerequisites that need to be fulfilled for the document category to be valid.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly.
  If needed, re-transport the configuration or manually create the missing entries.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on configuring document categories in EWM.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCWM/IMG to access the configuration settings for EWM.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configuration, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the document category is properly defined in your SAP EWM system.