How To Fix /SCWM/UI084 - Action failed; see application log for details

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/UI -

• Message number: 084

• Message text: Action failed; see application log for details

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/UI084 - Action failed; see application log for details ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/UI084 Action failed; see application log for details typically occurs in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. This error indicates that an action you attempted to perform in the EWM user interface has failed, and you need to check the application log for more details on the specific cause of the failure.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Data Issues: There may be missing or incorrect data in the system that is required for the action to be completed.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration settings in the EWM system can lead to failures in executing certain actions.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action.
  System Errors: There could be underlying system issues, such as database connectivity problems or system performance issues.
  Business Logic Errors: The action may violate business rules defined in the system, such as stock availability or warehouse layout constraints.
  
  Solution Steps:
  
  
  Check Application Log: 
  
  Go to transaction code SLG1 to view the application log. 
  Enter the relevant object and sub-object for EWM (e.g., /SCWM/) and the date range to find the specific log entries related to the error.
  Review the log entries for detailed error messages that can provide insights into the cause of the failure.
  
  
  
  Analyze the Error Message: 
  
  Look for specific error codes or messages in the application log that can guide you to the root cause.
  Pay attention to any additional information provided in the log that may indicate missing data or configuration issues.
  
  
  
  Verify Data and Configuration: 
  
  Check the data related to the action you were trying to perform. Ensure that all required fields are filled and that the data is valid.
  Review the configuration settings in EWM to ensure they are set up correctly for the action you are trying to execute.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations: 
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the action. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation and Support: 
  
  If the issue persists, refer to SAP documentation or knowledge base articles related to the specific error message.
  Consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance if you cannot resolve the issue based on the application log.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SLG1 - Application log display.
  /SCWM/ - Various EWM-related transactions for managing warehouse processes.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to the error message.
  
  
  
  Community Forums: 
  
  SAP Community and other forums can be helpful for finding similar issues faced by other users and their solutions.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.