How To Fix /SCWM/CON118 - Could not determine putaway control indicator

/SCWM/CON118 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/CON -

• Message number: 118

• Message text: Could not determine putaway control indicator

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/SCWM/CON118 - Details

• The SAP error message /SCWM/CON118 Could not determine putaway control indicator typically occurs in the context of warehouse management processes within the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. This error indicates that the system is unable to determine the appropriate putaway control indicator for a specific product or handling unit during the putaway process.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The putaway control indicator may not be configured for the specific product or storage type in the system.
  Product Master Data Issues: The product master data may be incomplete or incorrect, lacking necessary information for determining the putaway control indicator.
  Storage Type Settings: The storage type settings may not be properly defined, leading to the inability to determine where the product should be stored.
  Warehouse Process Type: The warehouse process type may not be correctly assigned or configured for the putaway process.
  Handling Unit Issues: If you are using handling units, there may be issues with the handling unit