How To Fix /SCWM/CON328 - Stock removal control indicator field is initial

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/CON -

• Message number: 328

• Message text: Stock removal control indicator field is initial

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/CON328 - Stock removal control indicator field is initial ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/CON328 Stock removal control indicator field is initial typically occurs in the context of warehouse management processes within the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. This error indicates that the stock removal control indicator, which is essential for determining how stock should be removed from the warehouse, has not been set or is missing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The stock removal control indicator may not have been configured for the relevant product or storage type.
  Master Data Issues: The material master or the warehouse product master may not have the necessary settings for stock removal.
  Warehouse Process Type: The warehouse process type being used may not have a defined stock removal control indicator.
  Incomplete Data: The stock removal control indicator field is left blank in the relevant transaction or master data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master: 
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and check if the stock removal control indicator is set in the relevant views (e.g., Warehouse Management view).
  If it is missing, update the material master with the appropriate stock removal control indicator.
  
  
  
  Review Warehouse Product Master:
  
  Use transaction code /SCWM/MAT1 to check the warehouse product master for the specific product.
  Ensure that the stock removal control indicator is correctly set.
  
  
  
  Configuration Settings:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the EWM system for stock removal control indicators. This can be done in the Customizing settings under Logistics Execution > Extended Warehouse Management > Warehouse Management > Stock Removal Control.
  Ensure that the stock removal control indicators are defined and assigned to the relevant products or storage types.
  
  
  
  Warehouse Process Type:
  
  Verify the warehouse process type being used for the stock removal. Ensure that it is configured to use the appropriate stock removal control indicator.
  
  
  
  Transaction Data:
  
  If the error occurs during a specific transaction (e.g., during a stock removal or transfer order), ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Extended Warehouse Management for detailed information on stock removal control indicators and their configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or bugs related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP EWM expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the stock removal control indicator is properly set for your warehouse operations.