How To Fix /SCWM/WAVE061 - Wave type &2 does not exist in warehouse number &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/WAVE -

• Message number: 061

• Message text: Wave type &2 does not exist in warehouse number &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/WAVE061 - Wave type &2 does not exist in warehouse number &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/WAVE061 indicates that the specified wave type does not exist in the given warehouse number. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when trying to create or process a wave using a wave type that has not been defined or is not active for the specified warehouse.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Wave Type: The wave type you are trying to use has not been created in the system.
  Incorrect Warehouse Number: The wave type may exist, but it is not assigned to the specified warehouse number.
  Inactive Wave Type: The wave type exists but is not active for the warehouse number in question.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings in the EWM system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Wave Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP EWM.
  Navigate to the path: SPRO -> Extended Warehouse Management -> Wave Management -> Define Wave Types.
  Verify if the wave type you are trying to use is listed and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Assign Wave Type to Warehouse:
  
  Ensure that the wave type is assigned to the relevant warehouse number.
  You can do this in the same configuration area where you define wave types.
  
  
  
  Activate Wave Type:
  
  If the wave type exists but is inactive, you may need to activate it for the warehouse number.
  
  
  
  Check for Typos:
  
  Double-check the wave type and warehouse number for any typographical errors.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files for additional context on wave types and their configuration.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Wave Management: Understanding how wave management works in SAP EWM can help in troubleshooting issues related to wave types.
  Custom Development: If your organization has custom developments or enhancements, ensure that they are not interfering with standard wave type processing.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and manage wave types in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the /SCWM/WAVE061 error message.