How To Fix CL_DFPS_COMP_EWM012 - NEW code not maintained for location type &1 in Customizing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CL_DFPS_COMP_EWM - Message Class for EWM Compliance Checks

• Message number: 012

• Message text: NEW code not maintained for location type &1 in Customizing

What causes this issue?

Net explosives weight (NEW) code must be maintained for the location
type &V1&.

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?

Please maintain the net explosives weight (NEW) code for location type
here:
<DS:SIMG.DFPS_VC_LTY_CC_PAR><DFPS_VC_LTY_CC_PAR>.</>
You can also find it in the IMG at <LS>Explosives Management -> Define
Compliance Check Parameters for Explosive Storage Location Type</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CL_DFPS_COMP_EWM012 - NEW code not maintained for location type &1 in Customizing ?

  The SAP error message CL_DFPS_COMP_EWM012 indicates that a new code has not been maintained for a specific location type in the Customizing settings of the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. This error typically arises when the system is trying to process a location type that has not been properly configured in the system.
  Cause:
  The error occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Configuration: The location type specified in the error message has not been defined in the Customizing settings for EWM.
  Incorrect Location Type: The location type being referenced may not be valid or may not exist in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported or activated.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Customizing Settings:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen and navigate to the EWM Customizing settings.
  Use the transaction code SPRO and follow the path: 
  Logistics Execution -> Extended Warehouse Management -> Master Data -> Define Location Types
  
  Verify if the location type mentioned in the error message is listed and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Maintain the Location Type:
  
  If the location type is missing, you will need to create it. Ensure that all necessary parameters and settings are defined according to your business requirements.
  
  
  
  Validate Location Type Usage:
  
  Check if the location type is being used in any active processes or configurations. If it is not needed, consider removing references to it.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the configuration was recently transported, ensure that the transport request was completed successfully. Check for any errors during the transport process and re-import if necessary.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to EWM configuration for any additional guidance or updates that may be relevant to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process that triggered the error to ensure that it has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCWM/MAT1 (for material master data) and /SCWM/LOC (for location management).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  EWM Documentation: Review the official SAP EWM documentation for best practices in configuring location types and other master data.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP EWM expert for further assistance.