How To Fix /SCWM/CON186 - Determine length indicator - step not active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/CON -

• Message number: 186

• Message text: Determine length indicator - step not active

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/CON186 - Determine length indicator - step not active ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/CON186 Determine length indicator - step not active typically occurs in the context of the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module when the system is trying to determine the length indicator for a handling unit (HU) or a related process, but the necessary configuration or steps are not active or properly set up.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Process Step: The error indicates that the process step required to determine the length indicator is not active. This could be due to configuration settings in the EWM system.
  Missing Configuration: The necessary configuration for handling units, packaging specifications, or other related settings may not be properly defined.
  Incorrect Master Data: The master data related to the products, handling units, or packaging may be incomplete or incorrect.
  Custom Development Issues: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the EWM system, they might interfere with the standard process.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Process Steps: Review the process steps in the EWM configuration to ensure that the step for determining the length indicator is active. You can do this in the EWM customizing settings.
  Review Packaging Specifications: Ensure that the packaging specifications are correctly defined and that the relevant handling units are set up properly.
  Verify Master Data: Check the master data for the products involved to ensure that all necessary information is complete and accurate.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional guidance.
  Debugging: If you have access to the development environment, you may want to debug the process to identify where the error is occurring and why the step is not active.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if it involves complex configurations or custom developments.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCWM/PRDI (for product master data) or /SCWM/PRD1 (for packaging specifications) to check the relevant configurations.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to this error message in the SAP Support Portal, as there may be specific fixes or recommendations provided by SAP.
  EWM Configuration Guide: Review the EWM configuration guide for detailed steps on setting up handling units and related processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.