How To Fix /SCWM/SHP_RCV044 - Status of delivery &1 / &2 could not be set

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/SHP_RCV -

• Message number: 044

• Message text: Status of delivery &1 / &2 could not be set

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/SHP_RCV044 - Status of delivery &1 / &2 could not be set ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/SHP_RCV044 indicates that there is an issue with setting the status of a delivery in the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. The message typically includes placeholders for the delivery number and the status that could not be set.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons, including but not limited to:
  
  
  Delivery Status Conflict: The status you are trying to set may conflict with the current status of the delivery. For example, if the delivery is already completed or canceled, you may not be able to change its status.
  
  
  Incomplete Data: Required data for the delivery may be missing or incomplete, preventing the status from being updated.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to change the status of the delivery.
  
  
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings in EWM that restrict certain status changes based on business rules.
  
  
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database locks or inconsistencies in the delivery data.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Current Status: Review the current status of the delivery to ensure that the status you are trying to set is valid. You can do this by using transaction codes like /SCWM/PRDI or /SCWM/DELIVERY.
  
  
  Review Delivery Data: Ensure that all required data for the delivery is complete and correct. Check for any missing information that might be causing the issue.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user attempting to change the status has the necessary authorizations. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  
  
  Consult Configuration: If the issue persists, check the EWM configuration settings to see if there are any restrictions on status changes for the specific delivery type.
  
  
  Error Logs: Review the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or details that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  Technical Support: If none of the above steps resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the SAP EWM documentation for information on delivery processing and status management.
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community forums for discussions related to this error, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.