How To Fix /SCWM/CON144 - Bin type &1 is invalid according to bin type determination rule &2(&3)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/CON -

• Message number: 144

• Message text: Bin type &1 is invalid according to bin type determination rule &2(&3)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/CON144 - Bin type &1 is invalid according to bin type determination rule &2(&3) ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/CON144 Bin type &1 is invalid according to bin type determination rule &2(&3) typically occurs in the context of warehouse management in SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM). This error indicates that the system is unable to determine a valid bin type for a specific operation based on the defined bin type determination rules.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Bin Type: The bin type specified in the operation does not exist or is not valid in the context of the warehouse.
  Configuration Issues: The bin type determination rules may not be correctly configured, leading to the system being unable to find a valid bin type.
  Warehouse Structure: The warehouse structure may not be set up correctly, or the bin type may not be assigned to the relevant storage type or area.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the master data related to the bin types, such as missing or incorrect entries.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Bin Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for bin type determination in SAP EWM.
  Verify that the bin type in question is correctly defined and active.
  Ensure that the bin type determination rules are set up correctly to include the bin type you are trying to use.
  
  
  
  Review Bin Type Assignment:
  
  Check the assignment of bin types to storage types and areas in your warehouse.
  Ensure that the bin type is assigned to the correct storage type and that it is valid for the operation you are performing.
  
  
  
  Validate Master Data:
  
  Review the master data for the bin types to ensure that all necessary information is present and correct.
  Check for any inconsistencies or missing entries that could lead to this error.
  
  
  
  Test with Different Scenarios:
  
  If possible, test the bin type determination with different scenarios to see if the issue persists.
  This can help identify if the problem is specific to certain conditions or if it is a broader configuration issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on bin type determination and configuration.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCWM/PRDI (for product master) or /SCWM/BIN (for bin master) to check configurations.
  Customizing Settings: The relevant customizing settings can usually be found under the path: SPRO -> Logistics Execution -> Extended Warehouse Management -> Master Data -> Define Bin Types.
  Error Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more details on the error and any related messages that could provide additional context.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the bin type determination in SAP EWM.