How To Fix /SCWM/CCHECK273 - Direction on activity &1 does not match status - direction to change

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/CCHECK -

• Message number: 273

• Message text: Direction on activity &1 does not match status - direction to change

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/CCHECK273 - Direction on activity &1 does not match status - direction to change ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/CCHECK273 indicates that there is a mismatch between the direction of an activity and its current status in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) system. This typically occurs when an attempt is made to change the direction of a warehouse activity (like picking, putaway, etc.) that is not in a state that allows for such a change.
  
  Cause:
  
  Activity Status: The activity you are trying to change may already be in a status that does not permit a direction change. For example, if the activity is already completed or in a state that is not open for modification.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the EWM system that restrict changes to certain activities based on their status.
  Business Logic: The business process defined in the system may not allow for changing the direction of an activity once it has started or reached a certain status.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Activity Status: Review