How To Fix /SCWM/PS_BASICS148 - No elementgroups found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/PS_BASICS -

• Message number: 148

• Message text: No elementgroups found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/PS_BASICS148 - No elementgroups found ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/PS_BASICS148 No element groups found typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when the system is unable to find any element groups for a specific operation or process. This can happen during various activities, such as during the creation of a warehouse task, handling unit, or other processes that require element groups.
  Causes:
  
  
  Missing Configuration: The most common cause is that the necessary configuration for element groups has not been set up in the system. Element groups are used to categorize and manage different types of warehouse elements.
  
  
  Incorrect Master Data: If the master data related to the warehouse or the products being processed is incomplete or incorrect, it may lead to this error.
  
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from identifying the appropriate element groups.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the element groups.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP EWM and ensure that the element groups are properly defined. This can typically be found under the EWM customizing settings.
  Ensure that the relevant element groups are assigned to the warehouse process types you are working with.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data: 
  
  Check the master data for the products and ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly.
  Verify that the relevant products are assigned to the correct element groups.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: 
  
  Run consistency checks in the system to identify any discrepancies in the data that may be causing the issue.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations: 
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the element groups. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on configuring and using element groups in EWM.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: 
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Element Groups: These are used in EWM to categorize and manage different types of warehouse elements, such as handling units, storage bins, etc.
  Warehouse Process Types: These define how different warehouse operations are carried out and may require specific element groups to function correctly.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.