/SCWM/UI_POST009 - Source product &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/UI_POST -

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Source product &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/UI_POST009 - Source product &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/UI_POST009 Source product &1 does not exist typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when the system is unable to find the specified source product in the database. This can happen during various processes, such as stock transfers, inventory management, or when trying to create or process a document that references a product.
  Cause:
  
  Product Not Created: The product with the specified identifier (&1) has not been created in the system.
  Incorrect Product ID: The product ID being referenced may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Product Deactivation: The product may exist but could be inactive or deactivated in the system.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If the system is integrated with other systems (like SAP ERP), there may be synchronization issues leading to the product not being available in EWM.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the product.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Product Existence:
  
  Check if the product exists in the system by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., using transaction code /SCWM/MAT1 to check material master data).
  Ensure that the product ID is correctly entered.
  
  
  
  Create the Product:
  
  If the product does not exist, create it using the appropriate transaction (e.g., /SCWM/MAT1 for creating a material in EWM).
  
  
  
  Check Product Status:
  
  If the product exists but is inactive, reactivate it or ensure it is set up correctly in the system.
  
  
  
  Data Synchronization:
  
  If the system is integrated with other systems, check for any data synchronization issues. Ensure that the product data is correctly replicated in EWM.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the product. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional troubleshooting steps specific to your version of EWM.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCWM/MAT1 for material management, /SCWM/PRD for product data, and /SCWM/ORD for order management.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.