How To Fix /SCWM/DELIVERY_CONF208 - IBGI: inconsistent setting document type &1 / item type &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/DELIVERY_CONF -

• Message number: 208

• Message text: IBGI: inconsistent setting document type &1 / item type &2

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/DELIVERY_CONF208 - IBGI: inconsistent setting document type &1 / item type &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/DELIVERY_CONF208 indicates that there is an inconsistency between the document type and the item type in the context of delivery confirmation in the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. This error typically arises when the system encounters a mismatch in the configuration settings for the document type and the item type during the delivery confirmation process.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Mismatch: The document type and item type may not be properly configured in the system. This can happen if the settings for the document type do not align with the expected item type.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they may inadvertently lead to inconsistencies.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry during the creation of delivery documents can also lead to this error.
  Changes in Configuration: Recent changes in the configuration settings without proper adjustments to related settings can cause this inconsistency.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the document type and item type in the EWM system.
  Ensure that the document type and item type are correctly defined and that they are compatible with each other.
  Verify the settings in transaction codes like /SCWM/IMG or relevant customizing transactions.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Developments:
  
  If there are any custom developments, review the code to ensure that it does not interfere with the standard processing of document types and item types.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Check the delivery document and its items for any inconsistencies or incorrect entries.
  Ensure that the item types used in the delivery document are valid for the specified document type.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform tests to confirm that the issue has been resolved and that delivery confirmations can be processed without errors.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking configurations and data, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCWM/DELIVERY for managing deliveries and /SCWM/IMG for configuration.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to /SCWM/DELIVERY_CONF208 for any known issues or patches.
  Documentation: Review the EWM documentation for best practices in configuring document types and item types.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the inconsistency causing the error message.