How To Fix /SCWM/WAVE021 - Error during WT creation for wave item &1 &2 &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/WAVE -

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Error during WT creation for wave item &1 &2 &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/WAVE021 - Error during WT creation for wave item &1 &2 &3 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/WAVE021 indicates that there was an error during the creation of a Warehouse Task (WT) for a wave item in the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. The parameters &1, &2, and &3 typically represent specific details about the wave item, such as the wave number, item number, or other relevant identifiers.
  Causes
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the wave item, such as missing or incorrect information in the master data or transaction data.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the EWM system can lead to issues when trying to create WTs.
  
  
  Stock Availability: The item may not have sufficient stock available in the warehouse to fulfill the WT creation.
  
  
  Warehouse Process Types: The process type associated with the wave item may not be correctly defined or may not allow for WT creation.
  
  
  System Errors: Temporary system errors or issues with the EWM application can also lead to this error.
  
  
  Solutions
  To resolve the /SCWM/WAVE021 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Wave Item Data: Review the wave item data for any inconsistencies or missing information. Ensure that all necessary fields are populated correctly.
  
  
  Verify Stock Availability: Check the stock levels for the item in question to ensure that there is enough stock available to create the WT.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Examine the configuration settings in EWM related to wave management and warehouse task creation. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  Check Process Types: Verify that the process types associated with the wave item are correctly defined and that they allow for WT creation.
  
  
  Analyze Logs: Look at the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context about the issue.
  
  
  Reprocess the Wave: If the issue is temporary, you may try to reprocess the wave or recreate it to see if the error persists.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional troubleshooting steps or known issues.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like /SCWM/WAVE to manage waves and /SCWM/WT to manage warehouse tasks.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide patches or updates.
  EWM Configuration Guides: Review EWM configuration guides for best practices and common pitfalls in wave management and warehouse task creation.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.