How To Fix /SCWM/CON153 - Storage bin determination using condition technique

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/CON -

• Message number: 153

• Message text: Storage bin determination using condition technique

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/CON153 - Storage bin determination using condition technique ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/CON153 typically relates to issues with storage bin determination in the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. This error indicates that the system was unable to determine a suitable storage bin based on the condition technique.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons, including:
  
  Missing Condition Records: The condition records required for storage bin determination may not be maintained in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for storage bin determination may not be set up correctly.
  Incompatible Warehouse Process Type: The warehouse process type being used may not be compatible with the storage bin determination rules.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, such as the material master or storage bin master data.
  Condition Technique Not Activated: The condition technique for storage bin determination may not be activated or properly configured.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the /SCWM/CON153 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Condition Records:
  
  Go to the transaction code /SCWM/PRC (or the relevant transaction for maintaining condition records).
  Verify that the necessary condition records for storage bin determination are created and active.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the Customizing (SPRO) for storage bin determination.
  Ensure that the condition technique is properly set up and that all relevant parameters are defined.
  
  
  
  Validate Warehouse Process Types:
  
  Ensure that the warehouse process types being used are correctly configured to allow for storage bin determination.
  Check if the process types are linked to the correct storage types and bins.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Review the material master data to ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly.
  Verify that the storage bin master data is consistent and correctly linked to the relevant storage types.
  
  
  
  Activate Condition Technique:
  
  If the condition technique is not activated, you may need to activate it in the system settings.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider using the debugging tools in SAP to trace the storage bin determination process and identify where it fails.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCWM/PRC for condition records, /SCWM/WM for warehouse management settings, and /SCWM/BI for bin information.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on storage bin determination.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for Extended Warehouse Management for detailed information on configuration and troubleshooting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the /SCWM/CON153 error in your SAP EWM system.