How To Fix /SCWM/MFS335 - &1: Process will be stopped because all channels are stopped

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/MFS -

• Message number: 335

• Message text: &1: Process will be stopped because all channels are stopped

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/MFS335 - &1: Process will be stopped because all channels are stopped ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/MFS335 &1: Process will be stopped because all channels are stopped is related to the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) and its integration with the Material Flow System (MFS). This error indicates that the process cannot continue because all communication channels between the EWM and the MFS are currently stopped.
  Cause:
  
  
  Stopped Channels: The primary cause of this error is that all the communication channels (like the connection between EWM and MFS) are either stopped or not functioning properly. This could be due to:
  
  Manual stopping of channels for maintenance or configuration changes.
  System errors or failures that have caused the channels to stop.
  Configuration issues in the MFS or EWM settings.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the MFS settings or in the EWM system can lead to communication failures.
  
  
  Network Issues: Network problems that prevent communication between the EWM and MFS systems can also lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Channel Status: 
  
  Go to the MFS channel monitoring transaction (usually /SCWM/MFS_CHANNEL or similar) and check the status of all channels. Ensure that they are running and not in a stopped state.
  If any channels are stopped, restart them.
  
  
  
  Review Logs: 
  
  Check the application logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate why the channels are stopped. This can provide insights into underlying issues.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review: 
  
  Review the configuration settings for both EWM and MFS to ensure that they are correctly set up. Pay attention to the settings related to communication channels.
  
  
  
  Network Check: 
  
  Ensure that there are no network issues affecting the communication between the EWM and MFS systems. This may involve checking firewalls, network configurations, and connectivity.
  
  
  
  Restart Services: 
  
  If the issue persists, consider restarting the relevant services or even the entire system if necessary, as this can sometimes resolve transient issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to MFS and EWM for any specific troubleshooting steps or known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: 
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a recurring problem.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  System Monitoring: Implement monitoring tools to keep track of the status of MFS channels and receive alerts for any failures.
  Training: Ensure that your team is trained on MFS and EWM operations to handle such issues effectively in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to restore the communication channels and resume the processes in SAP EWM.