How To Fix /SCWM/QUI_WRKST024 - Cannot copy line; first delete line with 0 quantity or enter a quantity

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/QUI_WRKST -

• Message number: 024

• Message text: Cannot copy line; first delete line with 0 quantity or enter a quantity

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/QUI_WRKST024 - Cannot copy line; first delete line with 0 quantity or enter a quantity ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/QUI_WRKST024 typically occurs in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module when you are trying to copy a line item in a warehouse task or a similar document, but the system detects that there is a line with a quantity of zero that needs to be addressed first.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  You attempt to copy a line item that has a quantity of zero.
  The system requires that any line with a zero quantity must be deleted before you can proceed with copying other lines.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Line with Zero Quantity:
  
  Review the document or task you are working on to find any line items that have a quantity of zero.
  
  
  
  Delete the Line with Zero Quantity:
  
  If you find a line item with a quantity of zero, delete it from the document or task. This can usually be done by selecting the line and using the delete option in the interface.
  
  
  
  Re-attempt the Copy Operation:
  
  After deleting the line with the zero quantity, try to perform the copy operation again. The error should no longer occur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on your specific scenario, you might be using transaction codes related to warehouse management tasks, such as /SCWM/PRDI for production integration or /SCWM/TO for transfer orders.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to delete line items in the document you are working on.
  System Configuration: If this issue persists or occurs frequently, it may be worth checking with your SAP administrator or support team to see if there are any configuration settings that could be adjusted to prevent this error from occurring in the future.
  
  If you continue to experience issues or if the error message does not seem to relate to a zero quantity line, it may be beneficial to consult SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.