How To Fix /SCWM/WAVE157 - Wave &1 &2 contains no items and will be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/WAVE -

• Message number: 157

• Message text: Wave &1 &2 contains no items and will be deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/WAVE157 - Wave &1 &2 contains no items and will be deleted ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/WAVE157 Wave &1 &2 contains no items and will be deleted typically occurs in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module when a wave is created but does not contain any items. This can happen for several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue.
  Causes:
  
  No Items Assigned: The wave was created without any items being assigned to it. This can occur if the selection criteria used to create the wave did not match any inventory items.
  Items Already Processed: The items that were initially assigned to the wave may have already been processed or removed from the wave before the wave was executed.
  Incorrect Wave Creation Parameters: The parameters or filters used during wave creation may be too restrictive, resulting in no items being included.
  Inventory Changes: Changes in inventory levels or stock status (e.g., items being moved, reserved, or removed) after the wave was created can lead to an empty wave.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Review Wave Creation Criteria: Check the criteria used to create the wave. Ensure that the selection parameters are appropriate and that there are items available that meet those criteria.
  Check Item Status: Verify the status of the items that were supposed to be included in the wave. Ensure they are available and not already processed or moved.
  Recreate the Wave: If the wave is empty, you may need to delete the empty wave and recreate it with updated criteria or after ensuring that there are items available for processing.
  Monitor Inventory Changes: Keep track of any changes in inventory that might affect wave creation. Ensure that the inventory is stable before creating waves.
  Consult Logs and Reports: Use SAP logs and reports to analyze why the wave was created without items. This can provide insights into any underlying issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP EWM, such as /SCWM/WAVE for wave management and /SCWM/PR for processing requests.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to wave management and error messages in EWM. These notes may provide additional insights or patches for known issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP EWM documentation for best practices in wave management and item selection criteria.
  
  By addressing the underlying causes and following the suggested solutions, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that waves are created with the appropriate items.