How To Fix /SCWM/PS_BASICS081 - Document management system parameters are not maintained in Customizing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/PS_BASICS -

• Message number: 081

• Message text: Document management system parameters are not maintained in Customizing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/PS_BASICS081 - Document management system parameters are not maintained in Customizing ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/PS_BASICS081 indicates that the Document Management System (DMS) parameters are not maintained in the Customizing settings for the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. This error typically arises when the system is trying to access or utilize DMS functionalities, but the necessary configurations have not been set up.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is the absence of required DMS settings in the Customizing configuration. This can happen if:
  
  The DMS has not been activated or configured in the system.
  The necessary parameters for DMS integration have not been defined.
  The relevant document types or storage locations for DMS are not set up.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the DMS parameters are correctly maintained in the Customizing settings. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access Customizing:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen and enter the transaction code SPRO to access the Customizing menu.
  
  
  
  Navigate to DMS Settings:
  
  Follow the path: Logistics Execution -> Extended Warehouse Management -> Document Management System -> Basic Settings.
  
  
  
  Maintain DMS Parameters:
  
  Check if the necessary DMS parameters are maintained. This includes:
  
  Document types
  Storage locations
  DMS settings for the warehouse
  
  
  If any parameters are missing, create or update them as needed.
  
  
  
  Check DMS Integration:
  
  Ensure that the DMS is properly integrated with your EWM system. This may involve checking connections to the DMS server or ensuring that the necessary authorizations are in place.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the configuration by trying to perform the action that previously triggered the error. Ensure that the DMS functionalities are now working as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on configuring DMS in EWM.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OAC0 (for DMS settings) and OAC3 (for document types).
  Support: If the issue persists after configuration, consider reaching out to SAP support 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_BASICS081 and ensure that your DMS parameters are correctly maintained in the system.