How To Fix /SCWM/CON222 - Required number of bins not determined (maximum storage type qty unknown)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/CON -

• Message number: 222

• Message text: Required number of bins not determined (maximum storage type qty unknown)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/CON222 - Required number of bins not determined (maximum storage type qty unknown) ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/CON222 Required number of bins not determined (maximum storage type qty unknown) typically occurs in the context of warehouse management within the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. This error indicates that the system is unable to determine the required number of bins for a specific operation because it does not have information about the maximum quantity that can be stored in the relevant storage type.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The storage type may not be properly configured in the system, leading to the absence of maximum quantity settings.
  Storage Type Settings: The storage type might not have been assigned a maximum quantity or the settings might be incomplete.
  Warehouse Process Type: The warehouse process type being used may not be correctly linked to the storage type or may not have the necessary parameters defined.
  Material Master Data: The material being processed may not have the required data set up in the material master, such as storage conditions or stock type.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the storage type, such as missing or incorrect entries in the configuration tables.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Storage Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the storage type in SAP EWM.
  Ensure that the maximum quantity for the storage type is defined correctly.
  Verify that the storage type is active and properly linked to the warehouse.
  
  
  
  Review Warehouse Process Types:
  
  Check the warehouse process type associated with the operation that triggered the error.
  Ensure that it is correctly configured to use the appropriate storage type.
  
  
  
  Material Master Data:
  
  Review the material master data for the material in question.
  Ensure that all relevant fields, especially those related to storage and stock types, are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Test with Different Materials:
  
  If possible, test the process with different materials to see if the issue is specific to a particular material or if it is a broader configuration issue.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on configuring storage types and warehouse process types.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to technical resources, consider debugging the process to identify where the system is failing to retrieve the maximum quantity.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCWM/PRDI (for inbound delivery processing) or /SCWM/PRDO (for outbound delivery processing) to analyze the processes involved.
  Configuration Path: The configuration for storage types can typically be found under the path: SPRO -> Logistics Execution -> Warehouse Management -> Define Storage Types.
  Documentation: SAP Help Portal and SAP Community can provide additional insights and user experiences related to this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.