How To Fix /SCWM/MFS293 - Asynchronous call of action function module deactivated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/MFS -

• Message number: 293

• Message text: Asynchronous call of action function module deactivated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/MFS293 - Asynchronous call of action function module deactivated ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/MFS293 indicates that there is an issue with the asynchronous call of an action function module in the context of the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) system, particularly when using the Material Flow System (MFS) integration.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Function Module Deactivation: The function module that is supposed to be called asynchronously is either not activated or has been deactivated in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the MFS settings or in the EWM system that prevent the proper execution of the function module.
  System Errors: There could be underlying system errors or inconsistencies that are causing the function module to fail.
  Authorization Issues: The user or process attempting to execute the function may not have the necessary authorizations.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Function Module Activation:
  
  Go to transaction SE37 (Function Builder) and check if the function module related to the action is active. If it is not, activate it.
  
  
  
  Review MFS Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the MFS configuration is correctly set up. This includes checking the settings in the EWM and MFS integration.
  Verify that the necessary parameters and settings for asynchronous processing are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Check Logs and Traces:
  
  Use transaction SLG1 to check the application logs for any additional error messages or details that can provide more context about the issue.
  You can also check the system logs (transaction SM21) for any related errors.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user or process has the necessary authorizations to execute the function module. You can check this using transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  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 resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any logs you have collected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE37 (Function Builder), SLG1 (Application Log), SM21 (System Log), SU53 (Authorization Check).
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for EWM and MFS for detailed configuration and troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community forums for discussions related to this error, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the /SCWM/MFS293 error in your SAP system.