How To Fix /SCWM/CON193 - Determine putaway control indictor - Step not active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/CON -

• Message number: 193

• Message text: Determine putaway control indictor - Step not active

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/CON193 - Determine putaway control indictor - Step not active ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/CON193 Determine putaway control indicator - Step not active typically occurs in the context of the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module when the system is unable to determine the putaway control indicator for a specific step in the putaway process. This can happen for several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue.
  Causes:
  
  
  Inactive Step in the Process: The error indicates that the step in the putaway process is not active. This could be due to configuration settings where the step is not defined or activated in the warehouse process type.
  
  
  Missing Configuration: The putaway control indicators may not be properly configured in the system. This includes missing or incorrect settings in the warehouse process type or the putaway strategy.
  
  
  Warehouse Process Type Issues: The warehouse process type associated with the putaway might not be correctly set up or might not include the necessary steps for the putaway process.
  
  
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the master data, such as the storage type, storage bin, or material master data that could affect the putaway process.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Process Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the warehouse process type in EWM.
  Ensure that the relevant steps for putaway are active and correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Review Putaway Control Indicators:
  
  Check the configuration of putaway control indicators in the system.
  Ensure that the indicators are correctly assigned to the relevant warehouse process types.
  
  
  
  Validate Master Data:
  
  Review the master data related to the materials being put away, including storage types and bins.
  Ensure that all necessary data is complete and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Check Warehouse Management Settings:
  
  Verify the settings in the Warehouse Management (WM) module if it is integrated with EWM.
  Ensure that the integration points are correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional insights and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test putaway to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCWM/PRDI (for putaway) or /SCWM/PRDI (for process types) to access relevant configurations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above areas, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.