/SCWM/WMEBASICS055 - Control Indicator for Process Type Determination &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/WMEBASICS -

• Message number: 055

• Message text: Control Indicator for Process Type Determination &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/WMEBASICS055 - Control Indicator for Process Type Determination &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/WMEBASICS055 Control Indicator for Process Type Determination &1 does not exist typically occurs in the context of Warehouse Management (WM) or Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when the system is unable to find a valid control indicator for a specific process type. This can happen during various warehouse operations, such as goods receipt, goods issue, or inventory management.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Control Indicator: The control indicator specified in the error message does not exist in the system. This could be due to incorrect configuration or missing entries in the relevant customizing tables.
  Incorrect Process Type: The process type being used may not be correctly defined or may not have a corresponding control indicator.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the warehouse process types or the control indicators associated with them.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Control Indicator Configuration:
  
  Go to the customizing transaction (SPRO) and navigate to the relevant settings for Warehouse Management or Extended Warehouse Management.
  Check the configuration for control indicators and ensure that the control indicator referenced in the error message is defined correctly.
  
  
  
  Verify Process Type Settings:
  
  Ensure that the process type you are trying to use is correctly configured and that it has a valid control indicator assigned to it.
  You can check this in the transaction code /SCWM/PRT or /SCWM/PRT1 for process type settings.
  
  
  
  Maintain Missing Entries:
  
  If the control indicator is indeed missing, you may need to create it or maintain the necessary entries in the relevant tables (e.g., T329 for control indicators).
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues:
  
  If this issue arose after a transport, ensure that all necessary customizing settings were transported correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP you are using, as there may be known issues or additional configuration steps required.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the process can be completed successfully.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SPRO (Customizing)
  /SCWM/PRT (Process Type Configuration)
  /SCWM/PRT1 (Process Type Overview)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on Warehouse Management and Extended Warehouse Management configurations.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.