How To Fix /SCWM/CON204 - Determine maximum storage type quantity - step not active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/CON -

• Message number: 204

• Message text: Determine maximum storage type quantity - step not active

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/CON204 - Determine maximum storage type quantity - step not active ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/CON204 Determine maximum storage type quantity - step not active typically occurs in the context of the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module when the system is unable to determine the maximum quantity of a storage type during a warehouse process. This can happen for several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue.
  Causes:
  
  Inactive Warehouse Process: The error may indicate that the specific step in the warehouse process (like picking, putaway, etc.) is not active or not configured correctly in the warehouse process type.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the storage types, such as missing parameters or incorrect settings in the warehouse management configuration.
  Storage Type Settings: The storage type may not have been defined properly, or the maximum quantity settings for the storage type may not be set.
  Warehouse Process Type: The warehouse process type being used may not be correctly linked to the storage type or may not have the necessary steps activated.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Warehouse Process Configuration:
  
  Go to the EWM configuration and check the warehouse process type settings. Ensure that the relevant steps are active and correctly configured.
  Verify that the process type is linked to the correct storage type.
  
  
  
  Review Storage Type Settings:
  
  Navigate to the storage type settings in the EWM configuration and ensure that the maximum quantity is defined for the storage type in question.
  Check if the storage type is active and properly set up in the system.
  
  
  
  Activate Necessary Steps:
  
  If the error indicates that a step is not active, you may need to activate the relevant step in the warehouse process type configuration.
  Ensure that all necessary steps for the warehouse process are activated.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making changes, test the configuration by simulating the warehouse process to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to EWM for any specific guidance on the error message and its resolution.
  
  
  
  Check for Updates:
  
  Ensure that your SAP system is up to date with the latest patches and updates, as some issues may be resolved in newer versions.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCWM/PRDI (for warehouse process types) or /SCWM/STOR (for storage types) to access the relevant configuration settings.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configuration, 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 the necessary solutions to resolve it.