How To Fix /SCWM/CON268 - No bin found with a smaller slotting index

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/CON -

• Message number: 268

• Message text: No bin found with a smaller slotting index

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/CON268 - No bin found with a smaller slotting index ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/CON268 No bin found with a smaller slotting index typically occurs in the context of warehouse management, particularly when dealing with slotting and bin management in SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM). This error indicates that the system is unable to find a suitable bin for a product based on the slotting index criteria defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Slotting Index Configuration: The slotting index for the product may not be properly configured, or there may be no bins available that meet the criteria for the slotting index.
  Bin Management: The bins in the warehouse may not be set up correctly, or they may not have the appropriate slotting index values assigned.
  Product Characteristics: The product being processed may have specific characteristics that do not match any of the available bins.
  Warehouse Layout Changes: If there have been recent changes to the warehouse layout or bin assignments, the system may not have updated the slotting information accordingly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Slotting Configuration: Review the slotting configuration for the product in question. Ensure that the slotting index is correctly defined and that it aligns with the available bins.
  Review Bin Assignments: Check the bin assignments in the warehouse. Make sure that the bins have the correct slotting index values and that they are available for the product.
  Re-run Slotting Process: If there have been changes to the warehouse layout or product characteristics, consider re-running the slotting process to update the slotting indices and bin assignments.
  Adjust Product Master Data: Ensure that the product master data is correctly maintained, including any relevant characteristics that may affect slotting.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on managing slotting and bin assignments in EWM.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP EWM, such as /SCWM/SLT for slotting and /SCWM/BIN for bin management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message that may provide additional insights or patches.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If custom logic is implemented in your EWM system, review any user exits or BAdIs that may affect slotting and bin selection.
  Testing: After making changes, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the issue is resolved and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.