How To Fix /SCWM/RFID026 - No EPC maintained for resource &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/RFID -

• Message number: 026

• Message text: No EPC maintained for resource &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/RFID026 - No EPC maintained for resource &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/RFID026 No EPC maintained for resource &1 typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when dealing with RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) technology. This error indicates that there is no Electronic Product Code (EPC) assigned to the specified resource, which is necessary for RFID operations.
  Cause:
  
  Missing EPC Configuration: The resource (e.g., a material, handling unit, or equipment) does not have an EPC assigned in the system.
  Incorrect Resource Definition: The resource may not be properly defined in the system, or the EPC data may not have been maintained during the setup.
  Data Synchronization Issues: There may be issues with data synchronization between different modules or systems, leading to missing EPC information.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Maintain EPC for the Resource:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction in SAP EWM where you can maintain the EPC for the resource.
  Ensure that the EPC is correctly assigned to the resource in question. This can typically be done in the material master or handling unit master data.
  
  
  
  Check Resource Configuration:
  
  Verify that the resource is correctly configured in the system. This includes checking the resource type and ensuring that it is set up to use RFID technology.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a consistency check to ensure that all necessary data is correctly maintained and synchronized across the system. This may involve checking related master data and ensuring that all relevant fields are populated.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions on maintaining EPCs for resources in your version of SAP EWM.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  EPC (Electronic Product Code): A unique identifier used to track products in the supply chain, particularly in RFID applications.
  SAP EWM: A module within SAP that provides advanced warehouse management capabilities, including support for RFID technology.
  RFID Integration: Understanding how RFID integrates with SAP EWM can help in troubleshooting issues related to EPCs and resources.
  
  By addressing the missing EPC and ensuring proper configuration, you should be able to resolve the error message and continue with your RFID operations in SAP EWM.