How To Fix /SCWM/CON188 - Read requirement quantity - step not active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/CON -

• Message number: 188

• Message text: Read requirement quantity - step not active

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/CON188 - Read requirement quantity - step not active ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/CON188 Read requirement quantity - step not active typically occurs in the context of the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module when there is an issue with the configuration or execution of a warehouse process. This error indicates that the system is trying to read a requirement quantity, but the step in the process that is supposed to handle this is not active.
  Causes:
  
  Inactive Process Step: The specific process step that is supposed to read the requirement quantity is not active in the configuration.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the warehouse process or the relevant settings in the EWM system.
  Missing or Incorrect Master Data: The master data related to the warehouse process (like product, storage type, etc.) may be missing or incorrectly configured.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the EWM system, they might not be correctly implemented or could be causing conflicts.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Process Configuration:
  
  Go to the EWM configuration and check the relevant process steps for the warehouse process you are working with. Ensure that the step responsible for reading the requirement quantity is active.
  You can do this by navigating to the relevant customizing transaction in SPRO.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Ensure that all necessary master data (like products, storage types, etc.) is correctly set up and active.
  Check if the product is correctly assigned to the warehouse and has the necessary stock information.
  
  
  
  Check for Custom Code:
  
  If there are any custom developments, review the code to ensure that it is not interfering with the standard process.
  Debugging the process can help identify if the custom code is causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message. There may be specific notes or patches that address this issue.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the process again to see if the error persists. It may be helpful to replicate the scenario in a test environment first.
  
  
  
  SAP Support:
  
  If the issue cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error, including the context in which it occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCWM/PRDI for inbound processing, /SCWM/PRDO for outbound processing, and others that may be relevant to your warehouse processes.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to /SCWM/CON188 for any known issues or patches.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message /SCWM/CON188.