How To Fix /SCWM/PI_APPL052 - Number and/or item of sales order is missing (item &1, type &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/PI_APPL -

• Message number: 052

• Message text: Number and/or item of sales order is missing (item &1, type &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/PI_APPL052 - Number and/or item of sales order is missing (item &1, type &2) ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/PI_APPL052 indicates that there is a missing number and/or item in a sales order during a process in the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. This error typically occurs when the system is trying to process a sales order, but the required information is not available or is incomplete.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Sales Order Number: The sales order number may not have been provided or may be incorrect.
  Missing Item Number: The specific item number associated with the sales order may be missing or not specified.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be typographical errors in the sales order or item number.
  Integration Issues: If the sales order is being transferred from another system (like SAP ERP), there may be issues with the data transfer.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in EWM that are not set up correctly, leading to the inability to recognize the sales order or item.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Sales Order and Item Number: Verify that the sales order number and item number are correctly entered and exist in the system.
  Review Data Transfer: If the sales order is coming from another system, check the integration settings and ensure that the data is being transferred correctly.
  Correct Configuration: Review the configuration settings in EWM to ensure that they are set up to recognize the sales orders and items correctly.
  Transaction Logs: Check transaction logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling this error.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like /SCWM/PRDI (for inbound delivery) or /SCWM/PRDI (for outbound delivery) to check the status of the sales order and related items.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide patches or updates.
  EWM Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the EWM configuration settings related to sales orders and item management to ensure everything is set up correctly.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.