/SCWM/UI_PI038 - Physical inventory document &1 item &2; no counting data entered

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/UI_PI -

• Message number: 038

• Message text: Physical inventory document &1 item &2; no counting data entered

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/UI_PI038 - Physical inventory document &1 item &2; no counting data entered ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/UI_PI038 indicates that there is an issue with a physical inventory document in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) system. Specifically, it means that for the specified physical inventory document and item, no counting data has been entered. This can occur during the physical inventory process when the system expects counting data to be recorded for a specific item but finds none.
  Cause:
  
  No Counting Data Entered: The most straightforward cause is that the user has not entered any counting data for the specified item in the physical inventory document.
  Incorrect Document Status: The physical inventory document may not be in the correct status to allow for counting data entry.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary permissions to enter counting data for the physical inventory document.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the EWM system that prevent counting data from being recorded or displayed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter Counting Data: Navigate to the physical inventory document and enter the required counting data for the specified item. Ensure that the data is saved correctly.
  Check Document Status: Verify that the physical inventory document is in the correct status that allows for counting data entry. If it is not, you may need to change the status or create a new document.
  Review User Permissions: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to enter counting data. If not, contact your system administrator to adjust the permissions.
  System Configuration Review: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP Basis or EWM configuration team to check for any configuration issues that may be affecting the physical inventory process.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes such as /SCWM/PI to access physical inventory documents and manage counting data.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Extended Warehouse Management for detailed guidance on physical inventory processes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or bugs related to physical inventory in EWM.
  Training: Consider training sessions for users involved in the physical inventory process to ensure they understand how to properly enter counting data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and successfully enter counting data for the physical inventory document.