How To Fix WES_OUTBOUND098 - Internal error: &1 &2 &3 &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WES_OUTBOUND - Messages for Outbound Services

• Message number: 098

• Message text: Internal error: &1 &2 &3 &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WES_OUTBOUND098 - Internal error: &1 &2 &3 &4 ?

  The SAP error message:
  WES_OUTBOUND098 Internal error: &1 &2 &3 &4
  is a generic internal error message related to the SAP Warehouse Management (WM) or Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) outbound processing, often encountered during outbound delivery or warehouse task creation.
  
  Cause
  
  The message indicates an internal error occurred in the outbound processing logic.
  The placeholders &1 &2 &3 &4 are dynamically filled with specific error details or parameters at runtime, which provide more context about the exact problem.
  Common causes include:
  
  Inconsistent or missing master data (e.g., missing storage bin, warehouse number, or delivery document data).
  Incorrect or incomplete configuration in the outbound delivery or warehouse process.
  Programming or interface errors in custom enhancements or user exits.
  Data inconsistencies between SAP ERP and EWM systems.
  Issues in the communication or data transfer between ERP and EWM (e.g., IDoc errors).
  Missing or incorrect determination of warehouse tasks or warehouse orders.
  
  
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check the Full Error Message:
  
  Look at the exact values substituted in &1 &2 &3 &4 in the error log or dump to understand the specific internal error.
  Use transaction SM21, ST22 (short dumps), or SLG1 (application log) to get detailed error information.
  
  
  
  Analyze the Context:
  
  Identify the process step where the error occurs (e.g., during outbound delivery creation, warehouse task creation, or confirmation).
  Check the related delivery document, warehouse order, or warehouse task for inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Verify Master Data and Configuration:
  
  Ensure all relevant master data (storage bins, warehouse numbers, delivery types) are correctly maintained.
  Check warehouse process configuration in SPRO under Logistics Execution ? Warehouse Management ? Outbound Process.
  
  
  
  Check Interfaces and Data Transfer:
  
  If EWM is involved, verify the IDocs or CIF data transfer between ERP and EWM.
  Use transactions WE02 or WE05 to check IDoc status and errors.
  
  
  
  Debug or Review Custom Code:
  
  If custom enhancements or user exits are implemented in outbound processing, review or debug them to identify any programming errors.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Search for SAP Notes related to WES_OUTBOUND098 or the specific error details.
  If no standard solution is found, raise an SAP OSS message with detailed logs and dumps.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  VL02N - Change Outbound Delivery
  LT03 - Create Transfer Order
  /SCWM/PRDO - Process Outbound Delivery in EWM
  ST22 - ABAP Runtime Errors
  SM21 - System Log
  SLG1 - Application Log
  WE02/WE05 - IDoc Monitoring
  
  
  
  SAP Modules:
  
  SAP WM (Warehouse Management)
  SAP EWM (Extended Warehouse Management)
  SAP LE (Logistics Execution)
  
  
  
  Common SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Support Portal for notes referencing WES_OUTBOUND098 or outbound delivery errors.
  
  
  
  
  Summary
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Cause
  Internal error in outbound warehouse processing due to data inconsistency, config, or code issues.
  
  
  Solution
  Analyze full error details, check master data and config, verify interfaces, debug custom code, consult SAP Notes.
  
  
  Related
  WM/EWM outbound process, delivery documents, warehouse tasks, IDocs, SAP transactions ST22, SLG1, WE02.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact substitution values for &1 &2 &3 &4 or the context in which the error occurs, I can help you further narrow down the cause and solution.