How To Fix /SCWM/QUI_WRKST088 - Decision code is required

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/QUI_WRKST -

• Message number: 088

• Message text: Decision code is required

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/QUI_WRKST088 - Decision code is required ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/QUI_WRKST088 Decision code is required typically occurs in the context of the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. This error indicates that a decision code is required for a specific action or process, but it has not been provided.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Decision Code: The most common cause of this error is that the user has not entered a required decision code when trying to perform a specific action, such as confirming a task or processing a warehouse order.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the EWM system that require a decision code for certain processes, and these settings may not be aligned with the current workflow.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked entering the decision code or may have entered it incorrectly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter the Decision Code: Ensure that you provide the required decision code when prompted. This may involve selecting from a predefined list of codes that are relevant to the action you are trying to perform.
  Check Configuration: If you are an administrator or have access to configuration settings, review the settings related to decision codes in the EWM system. Ensure that the necessary decision codes are defined and that the workflow is set up correctly.
  User Training: If this error is occurring frequently, consider providing additional training to users on the importance of decision codes and how to enter them correctly.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP EWM documentation for specific details on the decision codes required for the processes you are working with. This can provide insights into what codes are necessary and how they should be used.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider using debugging tools or transaction codes to trace the process and identify where the decision code is being missed.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Decision Codes: These are typically used in warehouse management to indicate the outcome of a decision-making process, such as confirming a task, rejecting a task, or providing additional instructions.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional context.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in EWM that may help in troubleshooting or managing warehouse processes (e.g., /SCWM/PRDI for inbound processing).
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support or consult with a technical expert familiar with your specific SAP EWM implementation.