How To Fix /SCWM/WHO404 - Error accessing warehouse order &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/WHO -

• Message number: 404

• Message text: Error accessing warehouse order &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/WHO404 - Error accessing warehouse order &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/WHO404 Error accessing warehouse order &1 typically occurs in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. This error indicates that there is an issue accessing a specific warehouse order, which can be due to various reasons. Below are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Warehouse Order Not Found: The specified warehouse order (&1) may not exist in the system or may have been deleted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the warehouse order.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the database or issues with the data related to the warehouse order.
  System Configuration: Incorrect configuration settings in the EWM system could lead to this error.
  Lock Entries: The warehouse order might be locked by another process or user, preventing access.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Warehouse Order: Check if the warehouse order number provided in the error message exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction codes like /SCWM/ORDIM or /SCWM/ORDR to search for the order.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the warehouse order. This can be done by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  Review Data Consistency: Use transaction codes like /SCWM/DB_CHECK to check for data inconsistencies in the EWM database. If inconsistencies are found, they may need to be resolved.
  Check Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings in the EWM system to ensure they are set up correctly for warehouse order processing.
  Investigate Lock Entries: Use transaction code SM12 to check for any lock entries related to the warehouse order. If a lock is found, you may need to wait for the lock to be released or contact the user who holds the lock.
  System Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or information that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP EWM documentation for more information on warehouse order processing and error handling.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or EWM support team for further investigation.