How To Fix /SCWM/SHP_RCV455 - No external key found for internal vehicle number &


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  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: /SCWM/SHP_RCV -

  • Message number: 455

  • Message text: No external key found for internal vehicle number &

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/SHP_RCV455 - No external key found for internal vehicle number & ?

    The SAP error message /SCWM/SHP_RCV455 No external key found for internal vehicle number & typically occurs in the context of the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. This error indicates that the system is unable to find an external key that corresponds to the internal vehicle number specified in the error message. This can happen during processes such as inbound deliveries, transportation management, or when trying to assign vehicles to transportation units.

    Causes:

    1. Missing External Key: The external key (which could be a reference to a transport vehicle or a related entity) is not defined in the system.
    2. Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data between the internal vehicle number and the external key mapping.
    3. Configuration Issues: The system may not be properly configured to recognize the relationship between internal vehicle numbers and their external counterparts.
    4. Master Data Issues: The vehicle master data may not be correctly maintained, leading to missing or incorrect external keys.

    Solutions:

    1. Check Vehicle Master Data: Ensure that the vehicle master data is correctly maintained. Verify that the external key is defined for the internal vehicle number in question.
    2. Maintain External Key Mapping: If the external key is missing, you may need to create or update the mapping between internal vehicle numbers and their corresponding external keys.
    3. Review Configuration Settings: Check the configuration settings in SAP EWM related to vehicle management and ensure that they are set up correctly.
    4. Data Consistency Check: Perform a data consistency check to identify any discrepancies between the internal and external data.
    5. Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help notes related to vehicle management in EWM for specific guidance on resolving this error.
    6. Contact SAP 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 need to use transaction codes like /SCWM/VEHICLE to manage vehicle data or /SCWM/PRT for handling resources.
    • SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide patches or updates.
    • User Forums: Check SAP community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.

    By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.

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