How To Fix /SCWM/PS_BASICS099 - &1: Requested function cannot be executed; contact system administration

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/PS_BASICS -

• Message number: 099

• Message text: &1: Requested function cannot be executed; contact system administration

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/PS_BASICS099 - &1: Requested function cannot be executed; contact system administration ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/PS_BASICS099 &1: Requested function cannot be executed; contact system administration typically indicates that there is an issue with the configuration or permissions related to the specific function you are trying to execute in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module.
  Possible Causes:
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the requested function. This is common in systems with strict role-based access controls.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The function you are trying to access may not be properly configured in the system. This could be due to missing settings or incorrect parameters.
  
  
  System Settings: Certain system settings or parameters may not be correctly set, preventing the execution of the function.
  
  
  Transport Issues: If the function was recently transported from a development environment to production, there may be issues with the transport itself.
  
  
  Custom Code: If there is custom code involved, it may not be functioning as expected, leading to this error.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary roles and authorizations to execute the function. This can be done by checking the user’s roles in transaction SU01 and ensuring that the relevant authorizations are included.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings related to the function in question. This may involve reviewing the settings in the EWM configuration (transaction /SCWM/IMG) to ensure everything is set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult System Logs:
  
  Look at the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Check for Notes and Patches:
  
  Search the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes or patches that may address this specific error message. Sometimes, known issues are documented with recommended solutions.
  
  
  
  Contact System Administration:
  
  If the above steps do not resolve the issue, it may be necessary to contact your system administrator or SAP support for further assistance. They can provide deeper insights into system settings and configurations.
  
  
  
  Testing in Development:
  
  If possible, replicate the issue in a development or test environment to further diagnose the problem without affecting production.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Always check for relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional context or solutions for this error.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for Extended Warehouse Management to understand the specific function you are trying to execute and its requirements.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting on SAP community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.