How To Fix /SCWM/SHP_RCV118 - PPF call failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/SHP_RCV -

• Message number: 118

• Message text: PPF call failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/SHP_RCV118 - PPF call failed ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/SHP_RCV118 PPF call failed typically occurs in the context of the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) system when there is an issue with the Post Processing Framework (PPF) call. This error can arise due to various reasons, including configuration issues, missing data, or problems with the PPF action itself.
  Causes:
  
  Configuration Issues: The PPF action may not be correctly configured or activated in the system.
  Missing Data: Required data for the PPF action may be missing or incomplete, leading to the failure of the call.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the action may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the PPF action.
  System Errors: There may be underlying system errors or inconsistencies that prevent the PPF from executing properly.
  Custom Code: If there are custom enhancements or modifications related to the PPF action, they may be causing the failure.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check PPF Configuration:
  
  Go to the PPF configuration in the SAP system and verify that the relevant PPF action is correctly set up and activated.
  Ensure that all necessary parameters and conditions for the PPF action are defined.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that can provide insights into why the PPF call failed.
  Look for any specific error messages or warnings that can guide you to the root cause.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Ensure that all required data for the PPF action is present and correctly populated in the relevant documents (e.g., inbound deliveries, handling units).
  Validate that the data types and formats are correct.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user executing the PPF action has the necessary authorizations to perform the action.
  Check the authorization objects related to PPF and ensure they are correctly assigned.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to the development environment, consider debugging the PPF action to identify where the failure occurs.
  Look for any custom code that may be interfering with the standard PPF processing.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. SAP frequently releases notes that provide fixes or workarounds for known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error, including any logs and configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may find it useful to familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to PPF, such as /SCWM/PPF for PPF configuration and /SCWM/PRD for processing requests.
  Documentation: Review the SAP EWM documentation for more information on PPF and its configuration.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the /SCWM/SHP_RCV118 PPF call failed error in your SAP EWM system.