How To Fix /SCWM/TO_WHR061 - Outbound delivery order &1/&2: Picking not yet started

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/TO_WHR -

• Message number: 061

• Message text: Outbound delivery order &1/&2: Picking not yet started

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/TO_WHR061 - Outbound delivery order &1/&2: Picking not yet started ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/TO_WHR061 indicates that the picking process for an outbound delivery order has not yet started. This error typically occurs in the context of warehouse management and logistics execution within the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when you attempt to perform an action (such as confirming a transfer order or processing an outbound delivery) that requires picking to have been initiated, but the picking process has not yet been started for the specified outbound delivery order. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Picking Not Initiated: The picking process for the outbound delivery order has not been started or has been delayed.
  Transfer Order Status: The transfer order associated with the outbound delivery may not be in a status that allows for further processing.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings in the EWM system that prevent picking from being initiated automatically.
  User Actions: The user may have skipped the picking step or there may have been an error in the workflow that prevented picking from being initiated.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check Picking Status: Verify the status of the picking process for the outbound delivery order. Ensure that the picking has been initiated.
  Initiate Picking: If picking has not been started, you can manually initiate the picking process for the outbound delivery order. This can typically be done through the EWM interface.
  Review Transfer Order: Check the status of the transfer order associated with the outbound delivery. Ensure that it is in a status that allows for picking.
  System Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the EWM system to ensure that they are set up correctly for automatic picking initiation.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions on how to initiate picking for outbound deliveries in your version of EWM.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in EWM, such as /SCWM/TO for transfer orders and /SCWM/OD for outbound deliveries.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential bug fixes or updates.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting to initiate picking has the necessary roles and authorizations to perform the action.
  Training and Documentation: Review training materials or documentation related to warehouse processes in SAP EWM to better understand the picking workflow.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message and successfully initiate the picking process for the outbound delivery order.