How To Fix /SCWM/UI_YMOVE017 - Select stock with created transfer orders/warehouse requests

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/UI_YMOVE -

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Select stock with created transfer orders/warehouse requests

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/UI_YMOVE017 - Select stock with created transfer orders/warehouse requests ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/UI_YMOVE017 typically indicates that the system requires you to select stock that has associated transfer orders or warehouse requests. This error is common in the context of warehouse management processes, particularly when dealing with stock movements in SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM).
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  You are trying to perform a stock movement (like a transfer or a physical inventory) without having a corresponding transfer order (TO) or warehouse request (WR) created for the stock you are trying to move.
  The stock you are attempting to select is not available for movement because it is not linked to any active transfer orders or warehouse requests.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Transfer Orders/Warehouse Requests:
  
  Ensure that there are active transfer orders or warehouse requests for the stock you are trying to select. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction in SAP EWM and checking the status of TOs or WRs.
  
  
  
  Create Transfer Orders/Warehouse Requests:
  
  If there are no existing transfer orders or warehouse requests, you will need to create them. This can be done through the appropriate transaction codes or screens in SAP EWM.
  
  
  
  Select the Correct Stock:
  
  Make sure you are selecting stock that is linked to the correct transfer orders or warehouse requests. You may need to adjust your selection criteria to ensure you are working with the right stock.
  
  
  
  Review Stock Status:
  
  Check the status of the stock in question. It may be in a blocked or restricted status that prevents it from being selected for movement.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on managing transfer orders and warehouse requests in your specific version of SAP EWM.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCWM/TO_CREATE for creating transfer orders or /SCWM/WR_CREATE for warehouse requests.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may address known issues.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create and manage transfer orders and warehouse requests in the system.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who specializes in SAP EWM for further assistance.