How To Fix /SCWM/MFS073 - No exception code maintained for communication error &1 (&2 &3)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/MFS -

• Message number: 073

• Message text: No exception code maintained for communication error &1 (&2 &3)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/MFS073 - No exception code maintained for communication error &1 (&2 &3) ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/MFS073 No exception code maintained for communication error &1 (&2 &3) 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 there is a communication error between the EWM and the Material Flow System, and the system is unable to find a corresponding exception code to handle this error.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Exception Code: The primary cause of this error is that there is no exception code defined in the system for the specific communication error that has occurred. This can happen if the system is not configured to handle certain types of errors.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the MFS or EWM settings, leading to the inability to process certain communication errors.
  Communication Problems: There could be underlying communication issues between the EWM and the MFS, such as network problems, incorrect settings, or system downtime.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Exception Codes:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO to access the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide.
  Navigate to the relevant section for MFS configuration.
  Look for the settings related to exception handling and ensure that the necessary exception codes are defined for the communication errors that may occur.
  You may need to consult the documentation or your SAP support team to determine the appropriate exception codes to define.
  
  
  
  Check Communication Settings:
  
  Verify the communication settings between EWM and MFS. Ensure that all necessary connections are properly configured and that there are no network issues.
  Check the logs for any additional error messages that may provide more context about the communication failure.
  
  
  
  Review System Logs:
  
  Use transaction codes like SLG1 to check application logs for more details on the error.
  Look for any related messages that could give insight into what went wrong during the communication process.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates that can resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the communication between EWM and MFS is functioning correctly and that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO for configuration, SLG1 for logs, and SM21 for system logs.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to EWM and MFS for best practices and configuration guidelines.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve SAP support for further assistance.