How To Fix /SCWM/UI098 - Enter the document category

/SCWM/UI098 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/UI -

• Message number: 098

• Message text: Enter the document category

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/UI098 - Enter the document category ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/UI098 Enter the document category typically occurs in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module when a user attempts to create or process a document (such as a transfer order, inbound delivery, etc.) without specifying a required document category. The document category is essential for the system to understand the type of document being processed and to apply the appropriate business logic.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Document Category: The user did not enter a document category in the relevant field.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of document categories in the system.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked the field or entered an invalid value.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter Document Category: Ensure that you fill in the document category field when prompted. This is usually a dropdown or a selection field where you can choose the appropriate category.
  Check Configuration: If you are an administrator or have access to configuration settings, verify