How To Fix /SCWM/UI_GR018 - Product could not be determined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/UI_GR -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Product could not be determined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/UI_GR018 - Product could not be determined ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/UI_GR018 Product could not be determined typically occurs in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module when the system is unable to identify or find the product associated with a specific operation or transaction. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause is crucial for resolving the issue.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Product Master Data: The product may not be defined in the system, or the product master data may be incomplete or incorrect.
  Incorrect Product Number: The product number being used in the transaction may be incorrect or not formatted properly.
  Inactive Product: The product might be inactive or not available for the specific warehouse or storage type.
  Warehouse Number Issues: The warehouse number associated with the product may not be set up correctly or may not match the warehouse being used in the transaction.
  Data Synchronization Issues: There may be issues with data synchronization between different systems (e.g., between SAP ERP and SAP EWM).
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the product data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Product Master Data:
  
  Verify that the product exists in the system by checking the product master data in the relevant transaction (e.g., using transaction /SCWM/MAT1).
  Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Validate Product Number:
  
  Confirm that the product number being used is correct and matches the format expected by the system.
  
  
  
  Activate Product:
  
  If the product is inactive, activate it in the system to make it available for transactions.
  
  
  
  Review Warehouse Configuration:
  
  Check the warehouse number and ensure that it is correctly configured for the product in question.
  Ensure that the product is assigned to the correct warehouse and storage type.
  
  
  
  Data Synchronization:
  
  If there are multiple systems involved, ensure that data synchronization processes are functioning correctly and that the product data is consistent across systems.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and manage the product data.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCWM/MAT1 for product master data maintenance and /SCWM/PRD for product-related transactions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP EWM documentation for best practices in product master data management and warehouse configuration.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP's support portal for further assistance.