How To Fix /SCWM/RSRC116 - You must use UPPER CASE for the resource name

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/RSRC -

• Message number: 116

• Message text: You must use UPPER CASE for the resource name

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/RSRC116 - You must use UPPER CASE for the resource name ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/RSRC116 indicates that the resource name you are trying to use is not in uppercase letters. In SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM), resource names must be specified in uppercase to ensure consistency and avoid potential issues with case sensitivity.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  You attempt to create or modify a resource (such as a warehouse task, resource, or other related entities) using a name that contains lowercase letters or a mix of uppercase and lowercase letters.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  Check the Resource Name: Ensure that the resource name you are entering is in uppercase letters only.
  Modify the Input: If you are using a program, transaction, or interface to input the resource name, modify the input to convert the name to uppercase before submission.
  Validation: If you are using a custom program or interface, consider adding validation logic to enforce uppercase input for resource names.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the SAP EWM documentation for guidelines on naming conventions and resource management.
  Transaction Codes: If you are working within a specific transaction (like /SCWM/PRDI for resource management), ensure you are following the naming conventions outlined in the transaction's help documentation.
  User Exits or BAdIs: If you have custom developments, check if there are any user exits or BAdIs that can be implemented to enforce uppercase naming conventions automatically.
  
  By ensuring that all resource names are entered in uppercase, you should be able to avoid this error and proceed with your operations in SAP EWM.