How To Fix /SCWM/WHO501 - &1 WTs were split from warehouse order &2. Reason: &3

/SCWM/WHO501 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/WHO -

• Message number: 501

• Message text: &1 WTs were split from warehouse order &2. Reason: &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/WHO501 - &1 WTs were split from warehouse order &2. Reason: &3 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/WHO501 is related to the Warehouse Management (WM) module in SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM). This error typically indicates that a certain number of Warehouse Tasks (WTs) have been split from a Warehouse Order (WO) due to a specific reason.
  
  Cause:
  The error message /SCWM/WHO501 is triggered when the system attempts to process a Warehouse Order, but the Warehouse Tasks associated with that order cannot be processed as a single unit. The reason for the split can vary, but common causes include:
  
  Capacity Issues: The warehouse may not have enough capacity to handle the entire order in one go.
  Resource Availability: The resources (like forklifts or personnel) required to process the order may not be available.
  Item Characteristics: Different items in the order may have different handling requirements, leading to a split.
  Storage Type Restrictions: Certain items may need to be stored in specific storage types that are not compatible with others