How To Fix /SCWM/UI_RF003 - Change menu catalog only in customer namespace

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/UI_RF -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Change menu catalog only in customer namespace

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/UI_RF003 - Change menu catalog only in customer namespace ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/UI_RF003 Change menu catalog only in customer namespace typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when there is an attempt to modify a menu catalog that is not in the customer namespace. This error is a safeguard to prevent unintended changes to standard SAP objects.
  Cause:
  The error arises because:
  
  The system is designed to allow changes to menu catalogs only in the customer namespace (which is typically defined by the range of object names starting with "Z" or "Y").
  Attempting to modify or create a menu catalog in the standard SAP namespace (which does not start with "Z" or "Y") triggers this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Use Customer Namespace: Ensure that any changes you are trying to make to the menu catalog are done in the customer namespace. You can create a new menu catalog starting with "Z" or "Y".
  
  
  Copy Standard Catalog: If you need to modify a standard menu catalog, consider copying it to the customer namespace first. You can do this by:
  
  Using transaction SE80 or SE11 to find the standard menu catalog.
  Copying it to a new object in the customer namespace.
  Making your changes to the copied version.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes in the customer namespace.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to menu catalogs in EWM for any specific guidelines or best practices.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unsure or if the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Namespaces: In SAP, namespaces are used to differentiate between standard SAP objects and customer-specific objects. The customer namespace is reserved for custom developments.
  Menu Catalogs: Menu catalogs in SAP EWM are used to define the structure and navigation of the user interface for warehouse management tasks.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE80 (Object Navigator) and SE11 (Data Dictionary) for managing and creating objects in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully modify the menu catalog as needed.