How To Fix /SCWM/UI_CANCPICK020 - Warehouse process type &1 is not defined for transfer postings with WT

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/UI_CANCPICK -

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Warehouse process type &1 is not defined for transfer postings with WT

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/UI_CANCPICK020 - Warehouse process type &1 is not defined for transfer postings with WT ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/UI_CANCPICK020 indicates that the warehouse process type specified in the system is not defined for transfer postings with a warehouse task (WT). This error typically occurs in the context of warehouse management processes in SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM).
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The warehouse process type (WPT) for transfer postings may not be configured in the system. This can happen if the WPT is not set up to handle transfer postings or if it has not been assigned correctly.
  Incorrect Warehouse Process Type: The process type being used may not be appropriate for the operation you are trying to perform.
  System Settings: There may be issues with the system settings or parameters that govern how transfer postings are handled in the warehouse.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Warehouse Process Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP EWM.
  Navigate to the relevant section for defining warehouse process types.
  Ensure that the warehouse process type you are trying to use is defined for transfer postings.
  If it is not defined, you will need to create or modify the warehouse process type to include transfer postings.
  
  
  
  Assign the Correct Warehouse Process Type:
  
  Verify that the correct warehouse process type is assigned to the transfer posting process.
  You can do this by checking the settings in the warehouse management configuration.
  
  
  
  Review Customizing Settings:
  
  Check the customizing settings for transfer postings in the EWM system.
  Ensure that all necessary parameters and settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on configuring warehouse process types and handling transfer postings.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that transfer postings can be processed as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCWM/PRT for process type configuration or /SCWM/WT for warehouse task management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuring warehouse process types.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configuration, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the warehouse process type is correctly defined for transfer postings with warehouse tasks.