/SCWM/UI_POST031 - No open warehouse task exists

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/UI_POST -

• Message number: 031

• Message text: No open warehouse task exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/UI_POST031 - No open warehouse task exists ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/UI_POST031 No open warehouse task exists typically occurs in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module when a user attempts to perform an action that requires an open warehouse task, but there are no such tasks available for processing. This can happen in various scenarios, such as trying to confirm a task or perform a stock transfer.
  Causes:
  
  No Open Warehouse Tasks: The most straightforward cause is that there are simply no open warehouse tasks available for the user to work on.
  Task Status: The warehouse tasks may have already been completed or canceled, leading to no available tasks.
  Selection Criteria: The filters or selection criteria used to display tasks may be too restrictive, resulting in no tasks being shown.
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or process the available warehouse tasks.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the EWM system that prevent tasks from being created or displayed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check for Open Tasks: Verify if there are any open warehouse tasks in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or using the appropriate report to list warehouse tasks.
  Adjust Filters: If you are using a selection screen or filter, try adjusting the criteria to broaden the search for open tasks.
  Review Task Status: Check the status of existing warehouse tasks to ensure they are not completed or canceled.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and process warehouse tasks. This may require coordination with your SAP security team.
  Create New Tasks: If no tasks are available, you may need to create new warehouse tasks based on the current warehouse operations.
  System Configuration: If you suspect a configuration issue, consult with your SAP EWM configuration team to ensure that the system is set up correctly to generate and display warehouse tasks.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in EWM, such as /SCWM/PRDI (for displaying warehouse tasks) or /SCWM/TO (for managing transfer orders).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review the SAP EWM documentation for more details on warehouse task management and troubleshooting common issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.