How To Fix /SCWM/CON183 - Determine volume indicator - step not active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/CON -

• Message number: 183

• Message text: Determine volume indicator - step not active

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/CON183 - Determine volume indicator - step not active ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/CON183 Determine volume indicator - step not active typically occurs in the context of the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module when the system is trying to determine the volume indicator for a specific process, but the relevant step in the process is not active or not configured correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Process Step: The error indicates that the process step responsible for determining the volume indicator is not active in the configuration.
  Configuration Issues: There may be missing or incorrect configuration settings in the EWM system related to the volume determination process.
  Master Data Issues: The master data (like product master or packaging specifications) may not be set up correctly, leading to the inability to determine the volume.
  Process Type Settings: The process type being used may not have the necessary steps activated for volume determination.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Process Configuration:
  
  Go to the EWM configuration settings and check the process type configuration. Ensure that the step for determining the volume indicator is active.
  Navigate to the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO) and check the settings under Extended Warehouse Management.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the product master data includes the necessary volume information.
  Check the packaging specifications to ensure they are correctly defined and linked to the products.
  
  
  
  Activate Required Steps:
  
  If the step is indeed inactive, you may need to activate it in the process type settings. This can usually be done in the customizing settings for EWM.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for any additional guidance or updates that may be relevant.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the volume indicator can now be determined without errors.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCWM/PRDI (for product master) or /SCWM/PRD1 (for packaging specifications) to check and update the relevant data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the volume indicator can be determined correctly in your EWM processes.