How To Fix /SCWM/CORE_T331SSC006 - Storage type &1 warehouse &2 not based on template, deletion not allowed

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/CORE_T331SSC -

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Storage type &1 warehouse &2 not based on template, deletion not allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/CORE_T331SSC006 - Storage type &1 warehouse &2 not based on template, deletion not allowed ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/CORE_T331SSC006 indicates that a specific storage type in a warehouse is not based on a template, which prevents the deletion of that storage type. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM).
  Cause:
  
  Storage Type Configuration: The storage type you are trying to delete is not configured based on a template. In SAP EWM, storage types can be created based on templates to ensure consistency in their configuration.
  Data Integrity: The system enforces rules to maintain data integrity, and if a storage type is not based on a template, it cannot be deleted to prevent potential issues in the warehouse structure.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Storage Type Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for the storage type in question.
  Verify if the storage type is indeed not based on a template. If it is not, you may need to create a new storage type based on a template or modify the existing one to align with the required configuration.
  
  
  
  Use a Template:
  
  If you need to delete the storage type, consider creating a new storage type based on an existing template. This will allow you to maintain the necessary structure and configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP EWM documentation for guidelines on storage type management and the implications of deleting storage types.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through configuration changes, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They can provide insights specific to your system configuration and help troubleshoot the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCWM/TSO (for storage type management) to view and manage storage types.
  Customizing Settings: Check the customizing settings in SPRO under Logistics Execution -> Extended Warehouse Management -> Master Data -> Define Storage Types.
  Templates: Understand how templates are used in your warehouse configuration and ensure that all storage types are created following the best practices for template usage.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error and manage your storage types effectively in SAP EWM.