How To Fix /SCWM/UI_PACKING149 - Open warehouse tasks already exist; creation not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/UI_PACKING -

• Message number: 149

• Message text: Open warehouse tasks already exist; creation not possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/UI_PACKING149 - Open warehouse tasks already exist; creation not possible ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/UI_PACKING149 indicates that there are open warehouse tasks associated with the packing process, which prevents the creation of new packing tasks. This error typically occurs in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module when you attempt to create a new packing task while there are existing tasks that have not been completed or closed.
  Cause:
  
  Open Warehouse Tasks: There are existing open warehouse tasks that are still in progress or not yet completed. This could be due to tasks that are being processed or tasks that have been created but not yet executed.
  System Configuration: The system may be configured to prevent the creation of new tasks if there are pending tasks to ensure data integrity and proper workflow management.
  User Actions: A user may have initiated a packing process but did not complete it, leaving the tasks open.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Open Warehouse Tasks:
  
  Navigate to the warehouse task management screen in SAP EWM.
  Identify any open tasks that are related to the packing process.
  Complete or cancel these tasks as necessary.
  
  
  
  Complete Existing Tasks:
  
  If there are tasks that are in progress, ensure that they are completed. This may involve confirming the tasks or performing the necessary actions to finalize them.
  
  
  
  Cancel Unnecessary Tasks:
  
  If there are tasks that are no longer needed, you can cancel them. This will free up the system to allow the creation of new packing tasks.
  
  
  
  Review User Actions:
  
  Ensure that all users are aware of the proper procedures for handling warehouse tasks to avoid leaving tasks open unintentionally.
  
  
  
  System Configuration Review:
  
  If this issue occurs frequently, it may be worth reviewing the system configuration to see if adjustments can be made to better handle task creation and completion.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP EWM, such as /SCWM/PRDI for managing warehouse tasks.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on warehouse task management and packing processes.
  User Training: Consider providing training for users on how to manage warehouse tasks effectively to minimize the occurrence of this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and continue with your packing processes in SAP EWM.