How To Fix /SCWM/WAVE_PLAN018 - Select a warehouse order

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/WAVE_PLAN -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Select a warehouse order

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/WAVE_PLAN018 - Select a warehouse order ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/WAVE_PLAN018 typically indicates that a warehouse order needs to be selected in the context of wave planning in the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. This error can occur during the wave planning process when the system expects a warehouse order to be selected but none is available or selected.
  Cause:
  
  No Warehouse Orders Available: There may be no warehouse orders that meet the criteria for the wave planning process.
  Selection Criteria: The selection criteria defined for the wave planning might be too restrictive, leading to no available warehouse orders.
  Warehouse Order Status: The status of the warehouse orders may not allow them to be selected (e.g., they might be in a status that does not permit selection).
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the wave planning settings or in the warehouse order types.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Warehouse Orders: Verify that there are warehouse orders available for selection. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction in EWM and checking the status of warehouse orders.
  Adjust Selection Criteria: Review and adjust the selection criteria for wave planning to ensure that it is not too restrictive. This may involve modifying filters or parameters used in the wave planning process.
  Review Order Status: Check the status of the warehouse orders to ensure they are in a selectable state. If they are blocked or in a status that prevents selection, you may need to change their status.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings for wave planning and warehouse orders to ensure they are set up correctly. This may involve checking the customizing settings in SPRO related to EWM and wave planning.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the error message and its implications in your version of SAP EWM.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCWM/WAVE for wave management and /SCWM/ORD for warehouse order management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential bug fixes or updates.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary roles and authorizations to perform wave planning and select warehouse orders.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP EWM expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.