How To Fix /SCWM/REPL016 - Selection contains errors; no storage section found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/REPL -

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Selection contains errors; no storage section found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/REPL016 - Selection contains errors; no storage section found ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/REPL016 Selection contains errors; no storage section found typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when there is an issue with the selection criteria used for a replication process, particularly when trying to replicate data from an ERP system to the EWM system.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Storage Section: The error indicates that the system could not find a valid storage section for the selected warehouse or storage type. This could be due to:
  
  The storage section not being defined in the system.
  The storage section being inactive or not assigned to the relevant storage type.
  The warehouse number or storage type specified in the selection criteria does not have any associated storage sections.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the warehouse setup, such as incorrect assignment of storage sections to storage types.
  
  
  Data Inconsistency: There might be inconsistencies in the master data or transactional data that prevent the system from identifying the correct storage sections.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Storage Section Configuration:
  
  Go to the EWM configuration and verify that the storage sections are correctly defined for the relevant storage types and warehouse numbers.
  Ensure that the storage sections are active and properly assigned.
  
  
  
  Review Selection Criteria:
  
  Double-check the selection criteria used in the replication process. Ensure that the warehouse number and storage type are correctly specified and that they correspond to existing configurations.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a consistency check on the master data related to the warehouse and storage sections. Ensure that all necessary data is correctly maintained.
  
  
  
  Transaction Logs:
  
  Review transaction logs or error logs for additional details that might provide insights into why the storage section could not be found.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for any additional troubleshooting steps or known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the steps you have already taken.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like /SCWM/PRDI (for product data) or /SCWM/PRDI (for warehouse management) to check the relevant configurations.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  EWM Configuration Guide: Review the EWM configuration guide for best practices on setting up storage sections and types.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the /SCWM/REPL016 error message.