How To Fix /SCWM/RSRC056 - Initial resource group is not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/RSRC -

• Message number: 056

• Message text: Initial resource group is not allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/RSRC056 - Initial resource group is not allowed ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/RSRC056 Initial resource group is not allowed typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when there is an issue with the configuration of resource groups or when a resource is being assigned to an invalid or non-existent resource group.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Resource Group: The resource group specified in the configuration or during the execution of a process is not valid or does not exist in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the resource groups in the system, such as missing entries or incorrect settings.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the specified resource group.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data related to resources or resource groups.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Resource Group Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for resource groups in SAP EWM.
  Ensure that the resource group you are trying to use is correctly defined and active.
  Verify that the initial resource group is set up properly in the system.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the resources and ensure that they are assigned to the correct resource groups.
  Make sure that there are no missing or incorrect entries in the resource master data.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the process has the necessary authorizations to access the resource group.
  Check the user roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP EWM documentation for guidance on configuring resource groups and troubleshooting related issues.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like /SCWM/RSCONF to configure resource groups or /SCWM/RSCHECK to check resource configurations.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to resource groups in EWM.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message /SCWM/RSRC056 Initial resource group is not allowed.