How To Fix /SCWM/QINSP104 - Follow-up action &2 in warehouse &1 can be used from external Syst. only

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/QINSP -

• Message number: 104

• Message text: Follow-up action &2 in warehouse &1 can be used from external Syst. only

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/QINSP104 - Follow-up action &2 in warehouse &1 can be used from external Syst. only ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/QINSP104 Follow-up action &2 in warehouse &1 can be used from external system only typically occurs in the context of the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. This error indicates that a specific follow-up action (denoted by &2) is restricted to being executed from an external system and cannot be performed directly within the SAP EWM environment.
  Cause:
  
  System Configuration: The action you are trying to perform is configured to be executed only from an external system, such as a third-party logistics (3PL) provider or an external warehouse management system.
  Integration Settings: There may be specific integration settings that dictate how certain actions can be triggered, and they may be limited to external systems for reasons such as data integrity or process control.
  User Role/Authorization: The user attempting to perform the action may not have the necessary authorizations or roles assigned to execute the action within the SAP EWM system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the EWM system to determine if the follow-up action can be modified to allow execution from within SAP EWM. This may involve consulting with your SAP Basis or EWM configuration team.
  Use External System: If the action is indeed meant to be executed from an external system, ensure that you are using the correct external interface or application to perform the action.
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user has the appropriate roles and authorizations to perform the action. If not, work with your SAP security team to assign the necessary permissions.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for more details on the specific follow-up action and its intended use cases.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional context on the follow-up action.
  EWM Documentation: Review the EWM documentation for details on the integration with external systems and the specific follow-up actions available.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is impacting business operations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.