How To Fix /SCWM/MFS156 - Checking communication point &1 &2

/SCWM/MFS156 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/MFS -

• Message number: 156

• Message text: Checking communication point &1 &2

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/SCWM/MFS156 - Details

• The SAP error message /SCWM/MFS156 Checking communication point &1 &2 typically relates to issues in the communication between the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) system and the Material Flow System (MFS). This error can occur when there are problems with the configuration or communication settings for the communication points defined in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The communication point may not be properly configured in the system. This includes settings related to the communication type, parameters, or the connection to the material flow system.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems that prevent the EWM from communicating with the MFS.
  System Settings: The settings in the EWM or MFS may not be aligned, leading to communication failures.
  Authorization Issues: The user or system may not have the necessary authorizations to access the communication point.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration of the communication point in the SAP system. Ensure that all parameters are correctly set up.
  Use transaction