How To Fix /SCWM/CON168 - Storage bin types were sorted by: &1 - &2 - &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/CON -

• Message number: 168

• Message text: Storage bin types were sorted by: &1 - &2 - &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/CON168 - Storage bin types were sorted by: &1 - &2 - &3 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/CON168 indicates that there is an issue with the sorting of storage bin types in the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. This message typically arises when the system encounters a problem with the configuration or the data related to storage bins during a warehouse process, such as picking or putaway.
  Cause:
  The error message /SCWM/CON168 is triggered when the system is unable to sort the storage bin types as expected. This can happen due to several reasons, including:
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The storage bin types may not be configured correctly in the system. This includes issues with the sorting sequence or the attributes assigned to the storage bin types.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to storage bins, such as missing or incorrect entries in the master data.
  
  
  Warehouse Process Issues: The error may arise during specific warehouse processes where the system is trying to determine the appropriate storage bin for a task but fails to do so due to the sorting issue.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error message /SCWM/CON168, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Storage Bin Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for storage bin types in EWM.
  Ensure that the sorting sequence for the storage bin types is defined correctly.
  Verify that all necessary attributes for the storage bin types are set up properly.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for storage bins to ensure that there are no missing or incorrect entries.
  Make sure that all storage bins are assigned to the correct storage bin types.
  
  
  
  Analyze Warehouse Processes:
  
  Review the specific warehouse process that triggered the error. Check if there are any specific conditions or configurations that might be causing the sorting issue.
  If applicable, test the process in a development or test environment to replicate the issue and identify the root cause.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes or Knowledge Base Articles (KBAs) that may address this specific error message. SAP frequently updates its documentation and may have provided solutions or workarounds for known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and data, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant context to help them diagnose the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCWM/PRDI (for managing storage bins) or /SCWM/OM (for warehouse management settings) to access the relevant configuration settings.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP EWM documentation for detailed information on storage bin management and configuration.
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community forums or other user groups for discussions related to this error message, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message /SCWM/CON168.