How To Fix /SCWM/DELIVERY078 - Item &1: Do not enter storage type and storage type group

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/DELIVERY -

• Message number: 078

• Message text: Item &1: Do not enter storage type and storage type group

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/DELIVERY078 - Item &1: Do not enter storage type and storage type group ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/DELIVERY078 indicates that there is an issue with the delivery item configuration in the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. Specifically, the error states: "Item &1: Do not enter storage type and storage type group." This typically occurs when there is a conflict or misconfiguration regarding the storage type and storage type group for a particular delivery item.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The storage type and storage type group may have been incorrectly configured in the system for the delivery item.
  Data Entry Error: During the creation or processing of the delivery, the user may have inadvertently entered both a storage type and a storage type group, which is not allowed.
  System Settings: The system settings may not allow for both fields to be populated simultaneously for certain types of deliveries or items.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Delivery Item Configuration:
  
  Check the delivery item in question (indicated by &1 in the error message) and ensure that either the storage type or the storage type group is specified, but not both.
  If both fields are populated, remove one of them based on your business requirements.
  
  
  
  Adjust User Input:
  
  If the error occurs during manual entry, ensure that users are trained to enter only one of the fields (either storage type or storage type group) when processing deliveries.
  
  
  
  Check Customizing Settings:
  
  Review the customizing settings in the EWM configuration to ensure that the rules regarding storage type and storage type group are correctly set up.
  Navigate to the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO) and check the settings under Extended Warehouse Management.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help notes related to this error message for additional context and guidance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the delivery process again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  EWM Documentation: Review the official SAP EWM documentation for best practices regarding delivery processing and storage type management.
  User Training: Consider providing training sessions for users involved in delivery processing to minimize the occurrence of such errors in the future.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who specializes in EWM for further assistance.