How To Fix /SCWM/WAVE040 - Maximum weight for wave &1 &2 exceeded by &3 &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/WAVE -

• Message number: 040

• Message text: Maximum weight for wave &1 &2 exceeded by &3 &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/WAVE040 - Maximum weight for wave &1 &2 exceeded by &3 &4 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/WAVE040 Maximum weight for wave &1 &2 exceeded by &3 &4 is related to the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. This error indicates that the total weight of the items in a wave exceeds the maximum weight limit that has been set for that particular wave.
  Cause:
  
  Weight Limit Exceeded: The total weight of the items assigned to the wave exceeds the predefined maximum weight limit for that wave.
  Configuration Settings: The maximum weight limit for waves may not be configured correctly or may be set too low for the items being processed.
  Item Weight: The individual weights of the items being picked or processed in the wave may be higher than expected.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Wave Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the wave configuration settings in SAP EWM.
  Review the maximum weight limit set for the specific wave type. If necessary, increase the limit to accommodate the items being processed.
  
  
  
  Review Item Weights:
  
  Check the weights of the items included in the wave. Ensure that the weights are correctly maintained in the material master data.
  If any items have incorrect weight data, update the material master records accordingly.
  
  
  
  Adjust Wave Content:
  
  If increasing the weight limit is not feasible, consider adjusting the content of the wave. This may involve removing some items or splitting the wave into smaller waves that do not exceed the weight limit.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on wave management and weight limits.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the wave creation process to ensure that the error does not occur again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCWM/WAVE to manage waves or /SCWM/MAT1 to check material master data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on configuring wave management.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If custom logic is implemented, review any user exits or BAdIs that may affect wave processing and weight calculations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your wave processing in SAP EWM runs smoothly.