How To Fix /SCWM/CON184 - Determine height indicator - step not active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/CON -

• Message number: 184

• Message text: Determine height indicator - step not active

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/CON184 - Determine height indicator - step not active ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/CON184 Determine height indicator - step not active typically occurs in the context of the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module when the system is trying to determine the height indicator for a specific process, but the relevant step in the process is not active or configured correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Process Step: The error usually indicates that the process step responsible for determining the height indicator is not active in the configuration.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the warehouse process types or the relevant settings in the EWM system.
  Missing or Incorrect Settings: The height indicator may not be set up correctly in the warehouse management settings, or the relevant parameters may be missing.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Process Configuration:
  
  Go to the EWM configuration settings and check the process types related to the warehouse process you are working with.
  Ensure that the step for determining the height indicator is active.
  
  
  
  Review Warehouse Process Types:
  
  Navigate to the transaction code /SCWM/PRC (Process Configuration) and review the relevant process types.
  Ensure that all necessary steps are correctly configured and active.
  
  
  
  Check Height Indicator Settings:
  
  Verify the settings for height indicators in the EWM configuration. This can usually be found under the warehouse management settings.
  Ensure that the height indicators are defined and linked to the appropriate warehouse process.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for any additional troubleshooting steps or known issues.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  SAP Support:
  
  If the issue continues after checking the configuration and settings, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide specific notes or patches that address the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCWM/PRC for process configuration and /SCWM/MON for monitoring warehouse activities.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message for any updates or patches that may resolve the issue.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message /SCWM/CON184 Determine height indicator - step not active.