How To Fix /SCWM/SHP_RCV572 - Supply chain unit &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/SHP_RCV -

• Message number: 572

• Message text: Supply chain unit &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/SHP_RCV572 - Supply chain unit &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/SHP_RCV572 indicates that the supply chain unit (SCU) specified in the transaction does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when trying to process a delivery or a related document that references a supply chain unit that has not been defined or has been deleted.
  Causes:
  
  Non-existent Supply Chain Unit: The SCU you are trying to reference has not been created in the system.
  Incorrect Input: There may be a typo or incorrect SCU number entered in the transaction.
  Data Deletion: The SCU may have been deleted or archived in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the warehouse or supply chain units in the system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Verify SCU Existence:
  
  Check if the supply chain unit exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or using the appropriate report to list supply chain units.
  Use transaction codes like /SCWM/SCU to view existing supply chain units.
  
  
  
  Correct Input:
  
  Ensure that the SCU number you are entering is correct. Double-check for any typographical errors.
  
  
  
  Create or Restore SCU:
  
  If the SCU does not exist, you may need to create it. This can typically be done through the relevant transaction for creating supply chain units.
  If the SCU was deleted, you may need to restore it if possible or create a new one with the same parameters.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for your warehouse and supply chain units to ensure everything is set up correctly.
  Consult with your SAP Basis or EWM configuration team if you suspect there are issues with the setup.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on managing supply chain units in EWM.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP EWM, such as /SCWM/SCU for managing supply chain units.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view and manage supply chain units in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.