How To Fix /SCWM/WM_SEL077 - Location-independent stock type &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/WM_SEL -

• Message number: 077

• Message text: Location-independent stock type &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/WM_SEL077 - Location-independent stock type &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/WM_SEL077 Location-independent stock type &1 does not exist typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when the system is trying to access or process a location-independent stock type that has not been defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Stock Type Definition: The stock type specified in the error message (represented by &1) has not been defined in the system. This could be due to configuration issues or missing entries in the relevant tables.
  Incorrect Configuration: The stock type may have been incorrectly configured or deleted in the system.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system or version, the stock type may not have been properly transferred or set up.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Stock Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP EWM.
  Navigate to the relevant area where stock types are defined (usually under Logistics Execution -> Extended Warehouse Management -> Master Data -> Stock Types).
  Verify if the stock type in question exists. If it does not, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create Missing Stock Type:
  
  If the stock type is missing, you can create it by following the configuration steps:
  
  Define a new stock type with the necessary attributes.
  Ensure that it is set up correctly for location-independent stock.
  
  
  
  
  
  Check for Typographical Errors:
  
  Ensure that there are no typographical errors in the stock type name being referenced in the transaction or program that triggered the error.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Developments:
  
  If there are any custom developments or enhancements that interact with stock types, review them to ensure they are referencing valid stock types.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on stock type configuration and management.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and creating the stock type, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like /SCWM/IMG to access the configuration settings for EWM.
  Tables: Relevant tables to check include /SCWM/TSTOCKTYPE for stock type definitions.
  SAP Notes: Look for SAP Notes related to stock type issues in EWM for any known issues or patches.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the necessary stock types are correctly defined in your SAP EWM system.