How To Fix /SCWM/UI_RF051 - State &3 not defined for application &1 and step &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/UI_RF -

• Message number: 051

• Message text: State &3 not defined for application &1 and step &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/UI_RF051 - State &3 not defined for application &1 and step &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/UI_RF051 State &3 not defined for application &1 and step &2 typically occurs in the context of the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. This error indicates that there is a configuration issue related to the state management of a specific application and step in the warehouse process.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The state defined in the system for the specified application and step is not configured properly. This could be due to missing entries in the customizing settings.
  Incorrect Application or Step: The application or step specified in the error message may not exist or may have been incorrectly defined in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly, leading to missing or incomplete definitions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP EWM customizing settings (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant configuration for the application and step mentioned in the error message.
  Ensure that the state is defined correctly for the specified application and step.
  
  
  
  Define Missing States:
  
  If the state is indeed missing, you may need to create it. This can typically be done in the customizing settings under the relevant application area.
  Make sure to define all necessary states that are required for the process.
  
  
  
  Review Application and Step:
  
  Verify that the application and step referenced in the error message are correct and exist in the system.
  If there are discrepancies, correct them in the configuration.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included and correctly imported.
  If needed, re-transport the missing configurations.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific application and step to ensure that all required configurations are in place.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (Customizing), /SCWM/PRDI (Process Integration), and others that may be relevant to your specific configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuration.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking configurations, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP EWM expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message /SCWM/UI_RF051 State &3 not defined for application &1 and step &2.