How To Fix /SCWM/RF_DE074 - No physical inventory document was selected or assigned

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/RF_DE -

• Message number: 074

• Message text: No physical inventory document was selected or assigned

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/RF_DE074 - No physical inventory document was selected or assigned ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/RF_DE074 No physical inventory document was selected or assigned typically occurs in the context of the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module when trying to perform physical inventory tasks. This error indicates that the system could not find a physical inventory document that is either selected or assigned to the task you are trying to execute.
  Causes:
  
  No Physical Inventory Document Created: There may not be any physical inventory documents created for the warehouse or storage location you are working with.
  Document Not Assigned: The physical inventory document may exist, but it has not been assigned to the relevant warehouse or storage bin.
  Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used to retrieve the physical inventory documents may not match any existing documents.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the physical inventory documents.
  Document Status: The status of the physical inventory document may not allow it to be processed (e.g., it may be in a closed or completed status).
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Create a Physical Inventory Document: If no document exists, create a new physical inventory document in the system.
  
  Navigate to the appropriate transaction (e.g., /SCWM/PI for physical inventory) and create a new document.
  
  
  
  Check Document Assignment: Ensure that the physical inventory document is correctly assigned to the relevant warehouse and storage bins.
  
  You can check the assignment in the physical inventory document details.
  
  
  
  Review Selection Criteria: Verify the selection criteria you are using to retrieve the physical inventory documents. Make sure they are set correctly to match existing documents.
  
  
  Check User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and process physical inventory documents.
  
  
  Review Document Status: Check the status of the physical inventory document. If it is in a status that does not allow processing, you may need to change its status or create a new document.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on physical inventory processes in EWM.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCWM/PI for physical inventory management.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Manuals: Review user manuals or training materials specific to SAP EWM for best practices in managing physical inventory.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further investigation.