How To Fix /SCWM/SHP_RCV668 - Receiving not possible; receiving is already completed for TU &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/SHP_RCV -

• Message number: 668

• Message text: Receiving not possible; receiving is already completed for TU &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/SHP_RCV668 - Receiving not possible; receiving is already completed for TU &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/SHP_RCV668 indicates that a receiving process cannot be completed because the receiving for the specified Transportation Unit (TU) has already been finalized. This error typically occurs in the context of warehouse management and logistics processes within the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when an attempt is made to receive goods for a Transportation Unit that has already been marked as completed. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Duplicate Receiving Attempt: The user may be trying to receive the same TU multiple times.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the receiving process in the system.
  Status of the TU: The TU may have already been processed, and its status is set to "completed," preventing further receiving actions.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check TU Status: Verify the status of the Transportation Unit in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or using the appropriate report to check the status of the TU.
  
  
  Review Previous Receipts: Look for any previous receiving documents or transactions that may have been completed for the same TU. Ensure that the receiving process has indeed been finalized.
  
  
  Correcting the Process:
  
  If the TU has been incorrectly marked as completed, you may need to reverse or adjust the previous receiving document, if applicable.
  If the receiving process needs to be redone, you may need to create a new TU or adjust the existing one, depending on your business processes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation or help files related to the receiving process in EWM for any specific guidelines or troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP EWM, such as /SCWM/PRDI for inbound deliveries or /SCWM/TU for managing transportation units.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message that may provide additional insights or patches.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that the user attempting to perform the receiving action has the necessary permissions to do so.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.