How To Fix /SCWM/WM_SEL073 - No search scope is defined for level &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/WM_SEL -

• Message number: 073

• Message text: No search scope is defined for level &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/WM_SEL073 - No search scope is defined for level &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/WM_SEL073 No search scope is defined for level &1 typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when the system is unable to find a defined search scope for a specific level in the warehouse management process. This can happen during various operations, such as stock searches, picking, or inventory management.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Search Scope Definition: The most common cause of this error is that there is no search scope defined for the specified level (e.g., storage type, storage bin, etc.) in the system configuration.
  Configuration Issues: The search scope may not have been properly configured in the system, or it may have been deleted or deactivated.
  Incorrect Level Specification: The level specified in the error message may not correspond to any existing search scope in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Search Scope:
  
  Go to the SAP EWM configuration (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for defining search scopes. This is usually found under:
  Extended Warehouse Management -> Master Data -> Define Search Scope
  
  Create or modify the search scope for the specified level. Ensure that the search scope includes the necessary parameters for the operation you are trying to perform.
  
  
  
  Check Existing Search Scopes:
  
  Review the existing search scopes to ensure that they are correctly defined and active.
  Make sure that the search scope is assigned to the relevant warehouse process.
  
  
  
  Validate Level Specification:
  
  Check the level specified in the error message. Ensure that it is correct and corresponds to a valid search scope in your configuration.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCWM/PRDI for managing warehouse processes and /SCWM/MON for monitoring.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Extended Warehouse Management for detailed information on search scopes 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 /SCWM/WM_SEL073 No search scope is defined for level &1.