How To Fix /SCWM/CCHECK281 - TU &1 has more than one active activity

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/CCHECK -

• Message number: 281

• Message text: TU &1 has more than one active activity

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/CCHECK281 - TU &1 has more than one active activity ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/CCHECK281 indicates that a transportation unit (TU) has more than one active activity associated with it. This situation can occur in the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module when the system detects that a TU is involved in multiple processes simultaneously, which can lead to inconsistencies in handling the TU.
  Cause:
  
  Multiple Processes: The TU may be involved in more than one active process, such as picking, packing, or shipping, which is not allowed.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings that allow for overlapping activities, which can lead to this error.
  User Actions: Users may have inadvertently created multiple activities for the same TU without completing the previous ones.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Active Activities: Review the active activities associated with the TU. You can do this by navigating to the TU in the EWM system and checking its status.
  Complete or Cancel Activities: If there are multiple active activities, complete or cancel the unnecessary ones to ensure that only one activity is active for the TU at any given time.
  Review Configuration: Check the system configuration to ensure that it is set up to prevent multiple active activities for the same TU. This may involve reviewing the settings related to activity management in EWM.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on managing TUs and activities in EWM.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in EWM, such as /SCWM/PRDI for managing TUs and /SCWM/TO for handling transfer orders.
  EWM Configuration: Understanding the configuration settings in EWM can help prevent similar issues in the future. This includes settings related to activity types and TU management.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the proper handling of TUs and activities to minimize the risk of creating multiple active activities.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and prevent it from occurring in the future.