How To Fix /SCWM/WHO063 - No division of WO possible, as activity area is defined incorrectly

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/WHO -

• Message number: 063

• Message text: No division of WO possible, as activity area is defined incorrectly

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/WHO063 - No division of WO possible, as activity area is defined incorrectly ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/WHO063 indicates that there is an issue with the division of a Work Order (WO) in the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. Specifically, it suggests that the activity area associated with the work order is defined incorrectly, which prevents the system from processing the work order as intended.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Activity Area Configuration: The activity area linked to the work order may not be set up correctly in the system. This could be due to missing or incorrect settings in the configuration of the activity area.
  Mismatch in Warehouse Structure: The activity area may not correspond to the warehouse structure or the specific requirements of the work order.
  Inconsistent Master Data: There may be inconsistencies in the master data related to the work order, such as the warehouse, storage type, or activity area definitions.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the activity area.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Activity Area Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for the activity area in the EWM module.
  Ensure that the activity area is correctly defined and that all necessary parameters are set up properly.
  
  
  
  Review Work Order Settings:
  
  Check the settings of the work order to ensure that it is linked to the correct activity area.
  Verify that the work order is compatible with the defined activity area.
  
  
  
  Validate Master Data:
  
  Review the master data related to the warehouse, storage types, and activity areas to ensure consistency.
  Make any necessary adjustments to align the master data with the requirements of the work order.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate authorizations to access and modify the activity area.
  If necessary, consult with your SAP security team to adjust user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may address this specific error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common issues.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the work order processing again to confirm that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as /SCWM/WO to manage work orders or /SCWM/ACTIVITY_AREA to configure activity areas.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP EWM documentation for detailed information on configuring activity areas and managing work orders.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By addressing the configuration and data consistency issues, you should be able to resolve the error message and successfully process the work order.