How To Fix /SCWM/MFS018 - PLC &1 is not maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/MFS -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: PLC &1 is not maintained

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/MFS018 - PLC &1 is not maintained ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/MFS018 PLC &1 is not maintained typically occurs in the context of the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) system, particularly when dealing with the Material Flow System (MFS) integration. This error indicates that a specific PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) is not maintained or configured in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing PLC Configuration: The PLC specified in the error message is not defined in the system. This could be due to a lack of configuration in the MFS settings.
  Incorrect PLC Assignment: The PLC might be incorrectly assigned to a warehouse or a specific process.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the PLC, such as missing entries in the relevant tables.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check PLC Configuration:
  
  Go to the MFS configuration settings in SAP EWM.
  Verify that the PLC mentioned in the error message is properly configured and maintained.
  Ensure that all necessary parameters for the PLC are set correctly.
  
  
  
  Maintain PLC in the System:
  
  If the PLC is not maintained, you will need to create a new entry for it in the system.
  Use transaction codes like /SCWM/MFS or navigate through the SAP Easy Access Menu to find the relevant configuration area for MFS.
  
  
  
  Review Warehouse Settings:
  
  Check the warehouse settings to ensure that the PLC is correctly assigned to the relevant warehouse or process.
  Make sure that the warehouse process types are correctly linked to the PLC.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a consistency check on the data related to the PLC and the warehouse processes.
  Use transaction codes like /SCWM/PRC to check for any inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help notes related to MFS and PLC configuration for detailed steps and best practices.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCWM/MFS, /SCWM/PRC, and others that pertain to warehouse management and MFS.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance on MFS configuration.
  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 /SCWM/MFS018 PLC &1 is not maintained and ensure that your MFS setup is correctly configured.