How To Fix /SPE/INBVAL034 - The plant &1 of the ERP document does not match plant &2 entered in EWM

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SPE/INBVAL -

• Message number: 034

• Message text: The plant &1 of the ERP document does not match plant &2 entered in EWM

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SPE/INBVAL034 - The plant &1 of the ERP document does not match plant &2 entered in EWM ?

  The SAP error message /SPE/INBVAL034 indicates a mismatch between the plant specified in an ERP document and the plant entered in Extended Warehouse Management (EWM). This error typically arises during the process of inbound delivery or goods receipt when the system detects that the plant associated with the document does not correspond to the plant defined in the EWM system.
  Cause:
  
  Plant Mismatch: The most common cause is that the plant in the ERP document (e.g., purchase order, delivery) does not match the plant that is being referenced in the EWM system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the integration between the ERP and EWM systems, leading to discrepancies in plant assignments.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual data entry errors can also lead to incorrect plant information being entered in either the ERP or EWM system.
  Master Data Issues: Inconsistencies in master data (e.g., material master, vendor master) can also lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Plant Information: Check the plant information in both the ERP document and the EWM system. Ensure that they match.
  
  In the ERP system, you can check the relevant document (e.g., purchase order, delivery) to see the assigned plant.
  In EWM, verify the plant that is being used for the inbound delivery or goods receipt.
  
  
  
  Correct the Data: If there is a mismatch, correct the data in the system where the error is found. This may involve:
  
  Changing the plant in the ERP document to match the EWM plant.
  Updating the EWM settings to reflect the correct plant.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings in both the ERP and EWM systems to ensure that they are correctly set up for plant assignments. This may involve checking:
  
  Integration settings between ERP and EWM.
  Plant-specific settings in both systems.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data: Ensure that the master data for materials, vendors, and other relevant entities is consistent across both systems.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or updates that may apply to your version of SAP.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like VL32N (Change Inbound Delivery) or ME23N (Display Purchase Order) in the ERP system to check the relevant documents.
  EWM Transactions: In EWM, you can use transaction codes like /SCWM/PRDI (Inbound Delivery) to view and manage inbound deliveries.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message /SPE/INBVAL034.