How To Fix /SCWM/DELIVERY_CONF207 - Item type not suitable for catch weight processing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/DELIVERY_CONF -

• Message number: 207

• Message text: Item type not suitable for catch weight processing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/DELIVERY_CONF207 - Item type not suitable for catch weight processing ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/DELIVERY_CONF207 Item type not suitable for catch weight processing typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when trying to process a delivery that involves catch weight items. Catch weight processing is used for items that are sold by weight rather than by quantity, and it requires specific configurations in the system.
  Cause:
  The error indicates that the item type of the product you are trying to process is not configured to support catch weight processing. This can happen for several reasons:
  
  
  Item Type Configuration: The item type associated with the product is not set up to handle catch weight. This could be due to incorrect settings in the material master or item type configuration in SAP.
  
  
  Material Master Settings: The material master record for the item may not have the catch weight indicator set, or it may not be defined as a catch weight material.
  
  
  Delivery Document Type: The delivery document type being used may not be configured to allow catch weight processing.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03).
  Check the basic data and sales views to ensure that the catch weight indicator is set.
  Ensure that the unit of measure is defined correctly for catch weight processing.
  
  
  
  Review Item Type Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the item type in the system (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant settings for item types and ensure that the item type is configured to allow catch weight processing.
  
  
  
  Delivery Document Type:
  
  Verify the configuration of the delivery document type being used (transaction code SPRO).
  Ensure that it is set up to handle catch weight items.
  
  
  
  Check Catch Weight Settings:
  
  Ensure that the catch weight settings in the system are correctly configured. This includes checking the catch weight unit of measure and ensuring that it is properly linked to the item.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Catch Weight Processing: This is a specific functionality in SAP that allows for the handling of products sold by weight. It requires proper configuration in both the material master and the relevant document types.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or fixes related to this error.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for Extended Warehouse Management and catch weight processing for more detailed information on configuration and best practices.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP EWM for further assistance.