How To Fix /SCWM/TO_WHR_UPD003 - Error from updating of warehouse request during confirmation of WTs

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/TO_WHR_UPD -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Error from updating of warehouse request during confirmation of WTs

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/TO_WHR_UPD003 - Error from updating of warehouse request during confirmation of WTs ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/TO_WHR_UPD003 typically occurs in the context of the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module when there is an issue updating a warehouse request during the confirmation of transfer orders (WTs). This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is crucial for finding an appropriate solution.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the transfer order or warehouse request, such as missing or incorrect information.
  Lock Issues: The warehouse request or transfer order might be locked by another process or user, preventing updates.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the EWM system can lead to errors during the update process.
  System Performance: If the system is under heavy load, it may not be able to process the update in a timely manner.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the update.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Consistency: Verify the data associated with the transfer order and warehouse request. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly and that there are no inconsistencies.
  Release Locks: If the warehouse request or transfer order is locked, identify the user or process holding the lock and release it if appropriate. You can use transaction codes like SM12 to check for locks.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the EWM system to ensure they are set up correctly. This may involve reviewing warehouse settings, movement types, and other related configurations.
  Monitor System Performance: If the system is experiencing performance issues, consider optimizing the database or checking for any background jobs that may be consuming resources.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user performing the operation has the necessary authorizations to update the warehouse request. This may involve reviewing user roles and permissions.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCWM/TO_CONF for transfer order confirmation and /SCWM/TO for managing transfer orders.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Logs and Traces: Review application logs (SLG1) and system traces (ST22) for more detailed error messages that can provide insights into the root cause of the issue.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  
  By systematically addressing these areas, you should be able to resolve the /SCWM/TO_WHR_UPD003 error and successfully update the warehouse request during the confirmation of transfer orders.