How To Fix /SCWM/RF_DE373 - Active PI document &1 already exists; do you want to continue?

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/RF_DE -

• Message number: 373

• Message text: Active PI document &1 already exists; do you want to continue?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/RF_DE373 - Active PI document &1 already exists; do you want to continue? ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/RF_DE373 Active PI document &1 already exists; do you want to continue? typically occurs in the context of the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) system when there is an attempt to create a new Physical Inventory (PI) document while an active PI document already exists for the same material or storage location.
  Cause:
  
  Existing Active PI Document: The primary cause of this error is that there is already an active Physical Inventory document for the specified material and storage location. SAP does not allow the creation of multiple active PI documents for the same item to avoid confusion and ensure data integrity.
  User Action: The user may have inadvertently tried to create a new PI document without completing or closing the existing one.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing PI Documents: 
  
  Navigate to the Physical Inventory document management screen in SAP EWM.
  Check for any existing active PI documents for the same material and storage location.
  If an active document exists, you can either complete the inventory process for that document or delete it if it is no longer needed.
  
  
  
  Complete or Close the Existing PI Document:
  
  If the existing PI document is still valid, complete the physical inventory process for that document.
  If the document is no longer needed, you can delete it or change its status to inactive.
  
  
  
  User Confirmation: If you are sure that you want to proceed with creating a new PI document despite the existing one, you may have the option to confirm the action (if the system allows it). However, this is generally not recommended as it can lead to data inconsistencies.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like /SCWM/PI to manage Physical Inventory documents.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Extended Warehouse Management for detailed procedures on managing Physical Inventory.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create, modify, or delete PI documents in the system.
  
  Best Practices:
  
  Regularly monitor and manage your Physical Inventory documents to avoid conflicts.
  Train users on the importance of completing or closing PI documents before attempting to create new ones.
  Implement a process for reviewing and reconciling PI documents periodically.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message.