How To Fix /SCWM/PS_BASICS090 - Requested work step type is blank

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/PS_BASICS -

• Message number: 090

• Message text: Requested work step type is blank

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/PS_BASICS090 - Requested work step type is blank ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/PS_BASICS090 Requested work step type is blank typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when there is an issue with the configuration or data related to work step types in the system. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The work step type may not be properly configured in the system. This could be due to missing entries in the customizing settings for work step types.
  Data Issues: The specific work step type that is being requested may not exist in the system or may not be assigned correctly to the relevant process.
  User Input Error: If the work step type is being entered manually, it may have been left blank or incorrectly specified.
  System Bugs: Occasionally, this error can arise from bugs or inconsistencies in the system that may require a patch or update.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the customizing settings in SAP EWM (Transaction SPRO).
  Ensure that the work step types are defined correctly under the relevant configuration settings (e.g., under "Extended Warehouse Management" > "Warehouse Management" > "Work Step Types").
  Verify that the work step type you are trying to use is active and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data related to the warehouse process you are working with. Ensure that all necessary entries are present and correctly assigned.
  If you are using a specific process type, ensure that the work step type is linked to that process.
  
  
  
  User Input Validation:
  
  If the work step type is being entered manually, double-check the input to ensure it is not blank and is correctly spelled.
  
  
  
  System Logs and Notes:
  
  Check the system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context.
  Review SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message. You can search the SAP Support Portal for relevant notes.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, test the process again to see if the error persists.
  If possible, try to replicate the issue in a test environment to better understand the cause.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error and the steps you have already taken.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCWM/PRDI for processing inbound deliveries, /SCWM/PRDO for processing outbound deliveries, and others that may relate to your specific warehouse processes.
  Documentation: Review the SAP EWM documentation for detailed information on work step types and their configuration.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message /SCWM/PS_BASICS090.