How To Fix /SCWM/PS_BASICS107 - Work step &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/PS_BASICS -

• Message number: 107

• Message text: Work step &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/PS_BASICS107 - Work step &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/PS_BASICS107 Work step &1 does not exist typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when the system is unable to find a specific work step that is referenced in a process or task. This can happen for various reasons, including configuration issues, missing entries in the relevant tables, or incorrect data being passed to the system.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Work Step Definition: The work step that is being referenced may not be defined in the system. This could be due to a configuration oversight.
  Incorrect Work Step ID: The work step ID being referenced may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, the work step may not have been included in the transport.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data that are causing the system to not recognize the work step.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the work step.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Work Step Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP EWM and verify that the work step is defined correctly.
  Navigate to the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., /SCWM/WS) to check if the work step exists.
  
  
  
  Verify Work Step ID:
  
  Ensure that the work step ID being referenced in the error message is correct. Check for any typos or discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the configuration was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that the work step was included in the transport request.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks in the system to identify any data issues that may be causing the error.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the work step. Check the user roles and authorizations in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific work step or process to ensure that all prerequisites are met.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCWM/WS for work step management and /SCWM/PR for process-related configurations.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with the error details and any troubleshooting steps you have already taken.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.