How To Fix /SCWM/CON330 - The storage bin type field is empty

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/CON -

• Message number: 330

• Message text: The storage bin type field is empty

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/CON330 - The storage bin type field is empty ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/CON330 indicates that the storage bin type field is empty, which is a common issue in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. This error typically arises when the system is trying to process a warehouse task or a related operation, but it cannot find the necessary information regarding the storage bin type.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The storage bin type may not be defined in the system, or the configuration for the storage bin type may be incomplete.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a data entry error where the storage bin type was not specified during the creation of the storage bin.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the storage bin may not be properly maintained, leading to missing or incorrect information.
  Warehouse Process Configuration: The warehouse process types or strategies may not be correctly set up to handle the storage bin types.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Storage Bin Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP EWM and verify that the storage bin types are defined correctly.
  Ensure that the storage bin type is assigned to the relevant storage bins.
  
  
  
  Maintain Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the storage bins in question. Ensure that the storage bin type is filled in correctly.
  You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction for maintaining storage bins and verifying the details.
  
  
  
  Review Warehouse Process Types:
  
  Ensure that the warehouse process types are configured to recognize and utilize the storage bin types.
  Check if there are any specific settings that might be preventing the system from recognizing the storage bin type.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run a consistency check for the warehouse to identify any discrepancies in the data that might be causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Error Logs and Debugging:
  
  Check the error logs for any additional information that might help in diagnosing the issue.
  If necessary, use debugging tools to trace the process and identify where the storage bin type is being set or not set.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCWM/PRDI (for managing storage bins) or /SCWM/MON (for monitoring warehouse processes) to investigate further.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuration.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP EWM documentation for detailed information on storage bin management and configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.