How To Fix /SCWM/PS_BASICS057 - No work step types have been defined in Customizing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/PS_BASICS -

• Message number: 057

• Message text: No work step types have been defined in Customizing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/PS_BASICS057 - No work step types have been defined in Customizing ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/PS_BASICS057 indicates that there are no work step types defined in the system's Customizing settings for the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. This error typically arises when trying to execute processes that require specific work step types, but the system cannot find any defined.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the necessary work step types have not been configured in the system. Work step types are essential for defining how tasks are processed in the warehouse, and without them, the system cannot proceed with certain operations.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to define the work step types in the Customizing settings of SAP EWM. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access Customizing:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the Customizing transaction by entering SPRO in the command field.
  
  
  
  Navigate to EWM Settings:
  
  Follow the path: SAP Reference IMG -> Extended Warehouse Management -> Warehouse Management -> Work Step Types.
  
  
  
  Define Work Step Types:
  
  In the Work Step Types section, you can create new work step types or modify existing ones.
  Ensure that you define the necessary parameters for each work step type, such as the description, processing type, and any other relevant settings.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After defining the work step types, save your changes.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the changes, test the relevant processes in EWM to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or the EWM documentation for detailed information on work step types and their configuration.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCWM/WM for warehouse management and /SCWM/PS for process settings.
  Support: If you continue to experience issues, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP EWM expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /SCWM/PS_BASICS057 and ensure that your EWM system is properly configured to handle work step types.