How To Fix /SCWM/RF_DE243 - Exception only possible on highest level

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/RF_DE -

• Message number: 243

• Message text: Exception only possible on highest level

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/RF_DE243 - Exception only possible on highest level ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/RF_DE243 Exception only possible on highest level typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when dealing with radio frequency (RF) transactions. This error indicates that an operation or action you are trying to perform is only allowed at the highest level of a hierarchy or structure, such as a handling unit (HU) or a storage unit (SU).
  Cause:
  
  Hierarchy Level: The operation you are attempting to perform is not valid at the current level of the hierarchy. For example, if you are trying to perform an action on a sub-level (like a specific item within a handling unit) instead of the handling unit itself, this error will occur.
  Incorrect Transaction: The transaction you are executing may not be designed to handle the current level of the item you are working with.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the EWM system that restrict certain actions to the highest level only.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Hierarchy Level: Ensure that you are performing the action at the correct level. If the action is meant for a handling unit, make sure you are selecting the handling unit and not an individual item within it.
  Use the Correct Transaction: Verify that you are using the appropriate RF transaction for the action you want to perform. If necessary, consult the documentation or help resources for the specific transaction.
  Review Configuration: If you have access, check the configuration settings in the EWM system to see if there are any restrictions or settings that need to be adjusted.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more details on the specific transaction and the hierarchy levels involved.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP EWM Documentation: Review the official SAP EWM documentation for detailed information on handling units, storage units, and the hierarchy of items.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in EWM that pertain to RF operations.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the correct processes and procedures for using RF transactions in SAP EWM to minimize errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and understand the context in which it occurs.