How To Fix /SCWM/TO_WHR052 - Warehouse request &1, &2: Retention quantity exceeds qty to be scrapped

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/TO_WHR -

• Message number: 052

• Message text: Warehouse request &1, &2: Retention quantity exceeds qty to be scrapped

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/TO_WHR052 - Warehouse request &1, &2: Retention quantity exceeds qty to be scrapped ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/TO_WHR052 indicates that there is an issue with the retention quantity specified for a warehouse request (TO - Transfer Order) in the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. Specifically, the error states that the retention quantity exceeds the quantity that is available to be scrapped.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs in the following scenarios:
  
  
  Retention Quantity Misconfiguration: The retention quantity defined for the items in the warehouse request is greater than the quantity that is actually available for scrapping. This can happen if the retention quantity is set incorrectly in the system.
  
  
  Inventory Discrepancies: There may be discrepancies in the inventory levels, where the system believes there is more stock available for scrapping than there actually is.
  
  
  Incorrect TO Creation: The transfer order may have been created with incorrect parameters or data, leading to an inconsistency in the quantities.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Retention Quantity: Review the retention quantity specified in the warehouse request. Ensure that it does not exceed the quantity available for scrapping. You can do this by checking the relevant stock levels in the system.
  
  
  Adjust the Warehouse Request: If the retention quantity is indeed too high, adjust it to a value that is less than or equal to the quantity available for scrapping.
  
  
  Review Inventory Levels: Check the inventory levels for the relevant materials to ensure that they are accurate. You can use transaction codes like MMBE or LX02 to view stock levels.
  
  
  Correct the Transfer Order: If the transfer order was created incorrectly, you may need to delete or adjust it. Ensure that all parameters are set correctly before re-creating the TO.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on handling warehouse requests and scrapping processes.
  
  
  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: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as LT03 (Create Transfer Order), LT12 (Confirm Transfer Order), and MMBE (Stock Overview).
  EWM Configuration: Ensure that your EWM configuration settings are correct, particularly those related to scrapping and retention quantities.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to make changes to warehouse requests and transfer orders.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.