How To Fix /SCWM/WM_SEL071 - Stock removal rule &1 is not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/WM_SEL -

• Message number: 071

• Message text: Stock removal rule &1 is not defined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/WM_SEL071 - Stock removal rule &1 is not defined ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/WM_SEL071 Stock removal rule &1 is not defined typically occurs in the context of warehouse management in SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM). This error indicates that the system is trying to use a stock removal rule that has not been defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Stock Removal Rule: The specified stock removal rule (indicated by &1 in the error message) has not been created or activated in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings in the warehouse management module, leading to the system not recognizing the stock removal rule.
  Incorrect Warehouse Process Type: The stock removal rule may not be assigned to the correct warehouse process type or may not be linked to the relevant storage type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define the Stock Removal Rule:
  
  Go to the SAP EWM configuration settings.
  Navigate to the section for defining stock removal rules (usually found under Logistics Execution -> Extended Warehouse Management -> Warehouse Management -> Stock Removal).
  Create a new stock removal rule if it does not exist, or ensure that the existing rule is correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Check Assignments:
  
  Ensure that the stock removal rule is assigned to the appropriate warehouse process types and storage types.
  Verify that the stock removal rule is active and correctly configured for the intended use.
  
  
  
  Review Warehouse Process Types:
  
  Check the warehouse process types to ensure that they are correctly set up to utilize the stock removal rule.
  Make sure that the stock removal strategy is correctly linked to the warehouse process type.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the stock removal process to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like /SCWM/PRC for process configuration or /SCWM/WM for warehouse management settings.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Extended Warehouse Management for detailed guidance on stock removal rules and their configuration.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configuration, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP EWM expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the stock removal process functions correctly in your SAP EWM system.