How To Fix /SCWM/CON167 - Storage bin type &1 was accepted without checks

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/CON -

• Message number: 167

• Message text: Storage bin type &1 was accepted without checks

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/CON167 - Storage bin type &1 was accepted without checks ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/CON167 Storage bin type &1 was accepted without checks typically occurs in the context of the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. This message indicates that a storage bin of a certain type (denoted by &1) was accepted into the system without undergoing the usual validation checks. 
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issues: The storage bin type may not be properly configured in the system, leading to the acceptance of bins without the necessary checks.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the EWM system, they might bypass standard checks for certain storage bin types.
  System Settings: The system settings for the warehouse management processes may not be correctly set up to enforce checks for specific storage bin types.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or missing data related to the storage bin type in the master data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the storage bin types in the EWM system. Ensure that all necessary checks are enabled for the relevant storage bin types.
  Review Custom Code: If there are any custom developments, review the code to ensure that it is not inadvertently bypassing checks for storage bin types.
  Validate Master Data: Check the master data related to the storage bin type to ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly and that there are no inconsistencies.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for any additional guidance or known issues.
  Testing: After making changes, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the storage bin types are now being validated correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like /SCWM/PRDI (for managing storage bins) or /SCWM/MON (for monitoring warehouse processes) to investigate further.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches that may address this specific error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to ensure that storage bin types are validated correctly in your SAP EWM system.