How To Fix /SCWM/MFS047 - Mapping structure for telegram category &1 of PLC &2 not found


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  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: /SCWM/MFS -

  • Message number: 047

  • Message text: Mapping structure for telegram category &1 of PLC &2 not found

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/MFS047 - Mapping structure for telegram category &1 of PLC &2 not found ?

    The SAP error message /SCWM/MFS047 Mapping structure for telegram category &1 of PLC &2 not found typically occurs in the context of the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) system when dealing with the integration of Material Flow Systems (MFS) and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs). This error indicates that the system is unable to find the mapping structure for a specific telegram category associated with a given PLC.

    Cause:

    1. Missing Mapping Configuration: The mapping structure for the specified telegram category has not been defined in the system.
    2. Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the PLC or the telegram category may be incorrect or incomplete.
    3. Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the PLC or the telegram category in the system.
    4. Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported or activated.

    Solution:

    1. Check Mapping Configuration:

      • Go to the configuration settings for MFS in SAP EWM.
      • Verify that the mapping structure for the specified telegram category and PLC is correctly defined.
      • If it is missing, create the necessary mapping structure.
    2. Review PLC and Telegram Category Settings:

      • Ensure that the PLC settings are correctly configured in the system.
      • Check the telegram category settings to ensure they are correctly linked to the PLC.
    3. Data Consistency Check:

      • Perform a consistency check on the data related to the PLC and telegram category.
      • Look for any discrepancies or missing entries that could lead to this error.
    4. Transport and Activation:

      • If the configuration was recently transported, ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport.
      • Activate the configuration after transport to ensure it is available for use.
    5. Consult Documentation:

      • Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions on configuring MFS and PLC settings.
    6. Contact SAP Support:

      • If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.

    Related Information:

    • Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCWM/MFS to access the relevant configuration settings.
    • SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
    • Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.

    By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message /SCWM/MFS047.

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