How To Fix /SCWM/MEDI098 - Merchand. dist. process cannot be set for manually-created delivery

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/MEDI -

• Message number: 098

• Message text: Merchand. dist. process cannot be set for manually-created delivery

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/MEDI098 - Merchand. dist. process cannot be set for manually-created delivery ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/MEDI098 Merchand. dist. process cannot be set for manually-created delivery typically occurs in the context of the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module when there is an attempt to set a merchandising distribution process for a delivery that has been created manually. This error indicates that the system does not allow the merchandising distribution process to be applied to deliveries that are not created through the standard processes.
  Cause:
  
  Manual Delivery Creation: The delivery in question was created manually rather than through the standard processes that would automatically set the merchandising distribution process.
  Configuration Settings: The system configuration may not allow for the merchandising distribution process to be applied to manually created deliveries.
  Missing Data: Required data or settings for the merchandising distribution process may not be present or correctly configured in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Use Standard Processes: Whenever possible, create deliveries through the standard processes in SAP EWM that automatically set the merchandising distribution process. This ensures that all necessary data and configurations are applied.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the SAP EWM system to ensure that the merchandising distribution process is correctly set up for the types of deliveries you are working with. This may involve checking the settings in the customizing transaction (SPRO) related to logistics execution and EWM.
  Manual Adjustment: If you must create a delivery manually, consider whether you can adjust the delivery type or other parameters to align with the requirements of the merchandising distribution process.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on how to handle merchandising distribution processes and deliveries in EWM.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance. They may provide insights based on your specific system configuration and business processes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCWM/PRDI for managing deliveries and /SCWM/ORDR for order management.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users involved in delivery creation are trained on the correct processes and understand the implications of manual versus automated delivery creation.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your delivery processes align with the requirements of the merchandising distribution process in SAP EWM.