How To Fix /SCDL/DL_CONF516 - Activate status type &1(&2) for picking-relevant items

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCDL/DL_CONF -

• Message number: 516

• Message text: Activate status type &1(&2) for picking-relevant items

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCDL/DL_CONF516 - Activate status type &1(&2) for picking-relevant items ?

  The SAP error message /SCDL/DL_CONF516 Activate status type &1(&2) for picking-relevant items typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) or SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM) when there is an issue with the status configuration of items that are relevant for picking.
  Cause:
  This error message indicates that a specific status type (denoted by &1) for a particular item (denoted by &2) has not been activated for items that are relevant for picking. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Configuration Issues: The status type may not be properly configured in the system.
  Missing Activation: The status type may not have been activated for the relevant item category or warehouse process.
  Master Data Issues: The item master data may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not recognizing the item as picking-relevant.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Status Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for status management in SAP EWM or SCM.
  Ensure that the status type indicated by &1 is activated for the item category that corresponds to the item indicated by &2.
  
  
  
  Activate Status Type:
  
  If the status type is not activated, you will need to activate it. This can usually be done in the customizing settings under:
  
  SPRO -> Logistics Execution -> Warehouse Management -> Status Management -> Define Status Types.
  
  
  Make sure to assign the status type to the relevant item categories.
  
  
  
  Review Item Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the item in question to ensure it is set up correctly.
  Verify that the item is marked as relevant for picking and that all necessary fields are filled out.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the configuration by attempting to perform the picking process again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration steps, refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to EWM/SCM for detailed guidance.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and master data, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO for configuration, MM03 for checking material master data, or EWM specific transactions for warehouse management tasks.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message /SCDL/DL_CONF516.