How To Fix /SCWM/WAVE073 - Wave &1 &2 is not blocked for release

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/WAVE -

• Message number: 073

• Message text: Wave &1 &2 is not blocked for release

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/WAVE073 - Wave &1 &2 is not blocked for release ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/WAVE073 Wave &1 &2 is not blocked for release typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when there is an attempt to release a wave that is not in a blocked status. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause and finding a solution involves a few steps.
  Cause:
  
  Wave Status: The wave you are trying to release is not in a blocked status. Waves can have different statuses, and only those that are blocked can be released.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that affect the wave release process.
  User Permissions: The user attempting to release the wave may not have the necessary permissions to perform this action.
  System Errors: There could be underlying system errors or inconsistencies that prevent the wave from being released.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Wave Status: 
  
  Go to the wave management transaction in SAP EWM and check the status of the wave. Ensure that it is indeed blocked for release.
  If the wave is not blocked, you may need to block it manually or check the conditions that lead to it being unblocked.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings related to wave management in your SAP EWM system. Ensure that the settings align with your business processes and that they allow for the desired wave statuses.
  
  
  
  User Permissions:
  
  Verify that the user has the appropriate authorizations to release waves. This can be checked in the user roles and authorizations assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Review system logs for any errors or warnings that may provide additional context about why the wave cannot be released.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on wave management and the specific error message.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP EWM, such as /SCWM/WAVE for wave management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to wave management and the specific error message for potential fixes or patches.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users are trained on the wave management process and understand the implications of wave statuses.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.