How To Fix /SCWM/WMEBASICS042 - Select an entry to move

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/WMEBASICS -

• Message number: 042

• Message text: Select an entry to move

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/WMEBASICS042 - Select an entry to move ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/WMEBASICS042 with the text "Select an entry to move" typically occurs in the context of warehouse management processes in SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM). This error indicates that the system expects the user to select an entry (such as a stock item or a task) to perform a move operation, but no entry has been selected.
  
  Cause:
  
  No Selection Made: The most common cause of this error is that the user has not selected any item or entry in the interface before attempting to execute a move operation.
  Incorrect Screen Navigation: The user may have navigated to the move operation screen without properly selecting the item or task they wish to move.
  System 
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the warehouse management settings that prevent the selection of entries.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Select an Entry: Ensure that you have selected the appropriate entry (e.g., stock item, task) in the list before attempting