How To Fix /SCWM/BIN004 - Storage bin &1 is not in storage type &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/BIN -

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Storage bin &1 is not in storage type &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/BIN004 - Storage bin &1 is not in storage type &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/BIN004 Storage bin &1 is not in storage type &2 typically occurs in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. This error indicates that the specified storage bin (represented by &1) does not belong to the specified storage type (represented by &2). 
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Storage Bin Assignment: The storage bin you are trying to use is not assigned to the specified storage type in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue where the storage bin has not been properly set up in the warehouse management settings.
  Data Entry Error: There could be a typographical error in the storage bin or storage type being referenced.
  Warehouse Structure Changes: If there have been recent changes to the warehouse structure, such as moving bins between storage types, the system may not reflect these changes correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Storage Bin Assignment:
  
  Go to the EWM configuration and verify that the storage bin is correctly assigned to the specified storage type.
  You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP EWM system.
  
  
  
  Verify Storage Type Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the storage type is correctly configured to include the storage bin in question.
  Check the settings for the storage type to confirm that it is active and properly defined.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the storage bin and storage type values you are entering to ensure there are no typos or incorrect references.
  
  
  
  Review Recent Changes:
  
  If there have been recent changes to the warehouse structure, review those changes to ensure that they have been implemented correctly and that the system reflects the current configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on configuring storage bins and types in EWM.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like /SCWM/PRDI (for managing storage bins) or /SCWM/STOCK (for stock management) to investigate the issue further.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional troubleshooting steps related to this error message.
  EWM Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the EWM configuration settings related to storage types and bins to better understand how they interact.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.