How To Fix /SCWM/VAS222 - Items without product exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/VAS -

• Message number: 222

• Message text: Items without product exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/VAS222 - Items without product exist ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/VAS222 Items without product exist typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when you are trying to perform a Value-Added Service (VAS) operation on items that do not have an associated product in the system. This can happen during processes such as packing, handling unit creation, or other VAS activities.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Product Master Data: The items you are trying to process do not have a corresponding product master record in the system.
  Incorrect Item Data: The items may have been incorrectly entered or imported into the system without proper product association.
  Product Deletion: The product associated with the item may have been deleted or marked as inactive.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the warehouse management settings that prevent the system from recognizing the product.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Product Master Data:
  
  Verify that the product exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the product master data in SAP EWM and checking if the product is active and correctly configured.
  If the product does not exist, create a new product master record.
  
  
  
  Review Item Data:
  
  Ensure that the items you are trying to process are correctly linked to the appropriate product. This may involve checking the item details in the relevant transaction or document.
  
  
  
  Recreate or Update Products:
  
  If the product was deleted or marked inactive, you may need to recreate it or reactivate it in the system.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings in SAP EWM to ensure that they are set up correctly for handling products and VAS operations.
  
  
  
  Consult Logs and Documentation:
  
  Check system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to the error message for further troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like /SCWM/MON (EWM Monitor) to monitor warehouse activities and identify issues.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user performing the operation has the necessary authorizations to access and modify product data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.