How To Fix /SCWM/UI_DIFF040 - Function is not allowed in warehouse &1

/SCWM/UI_DIFF040 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/UI_DIFF -

• Message number: 040

• Message text: Function is not allowed in warehouse &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/UI_DIFF040 - Function is not allowed in warehouse &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/UI_DIFF040 Function is not allowed in warehouse &1 typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM). This error indicates that a specific function or operation is not permitted in the specified warehouse (denoted by &1).
  
  Cause:
  
  Warehouse Configuration: The warehouse may not be configured to allow certain operations. This could be due to settings in the warehouse management configuration that restrict specific functions.
  Warehouse Status: The warehouse might be in a status that does not allow certain operations (e.g., it could be locked for maintenance or not active).
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the operation in the specified warehouse.
  System Settings: There may be system-wide settings or parameters that restrict certain functions in specific warehouses.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Warehouse Configuration:
  
  Go to the EWM configuration and verify the settings for the warehouse in question. Ensure that the necessary functions are enabled for that warehouse.
  
  
  
  Review Warehouse