How To Fix WLC_PARALLEL038 - Maintain the field to be selected of parameter &1 (rep. &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WLC_PARALLEL - Load Distribution and External Parallel Processing

• Message number: 038

• Message text: Maintain the field to be selected of parameter &1 (rep. &2)

What causes this issue?

You want to create an additional, restrictive criterion for the
worklist preselection using the name &V1& with the report &V2&.
However, you have not entered any fields for table &V3&.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Enter a table field in <DS:TRAN.WLCPARC>Customizing</> for report &V2&
in the view <ZH>Additional selection criteria</> for the criterion &V1&
in field <ZH>Field name</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WLC_PARALLEL038 - Maintain the field to be selected of parameter &1 (rep. &2) ?

  The SAP error message WLC_PARALLEL038 typically occurs in the context of the SAP Warehouse Management (WM) or Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) systems. This error indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of parallel processing parameters, specifically related to the selection fields for a given parameter.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when the system expects certain fields to be maintained for a parameter, but they are either missing or incorrectly configured. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Configuration: The required fields for the specified parameter (e.g., a warehouse process or task) have not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Parameter Settings: The settings for the parameter may not align with the expected configuration, leading to the error.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data that the system is trying to process, which can lead to the error being raised.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the WLC_PARALLEL038 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Parameter Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP system (transaction codes like SPRO may be used).
  Navigate to the section where the parameters for parallel processing are defined.
  Ensure that the fields required for the parameter specified in the error message are correctly maintained.
  
  
  
  Maintain Selection Fields:
  
  Identify the parameter (&1) and the repetition (&2) mentioned in the error message.
  Ensure that the selection fields for this parameter are properly defined and maintained in the system.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation:
  
  Consult the SAP documentation or help resources related to Warehouse Management or Extended Warehouse Management for guidance on the specific parameter and its required fields.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the configuration to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  You may need to run the relevant transaction or process again to verify that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system's configuration and help troubleshoot the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (for configuration), LT03 (for creating transfer orders), and others related to warehouse management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to the error message WLC_PARALLEL038, as they may provide additional context or solutions.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the WLC_PARALLEL038 error in your SAP system.