How To Fix /SCWM/DELIVERY_CONF221 - Document type &1: pickup, status &2 (&3) must be inactive

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/DELIVERY_CONF -

• Message number: 221

• Message text: Document type &1: pickup, status &2 (&3) must be inactive

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/DELIVERY_CONF221 - Document type &1: pickup, status &2 (&3) must be inactive ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/DELIVERY_CONF221 typically occurs in the context of the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module when there is an issue with the status of a delivery document. The message indicates that a specific document type (in this case, a "pickup") has a status that must be inactive for the operation you are trying to perform.
  Cause:
  
  Active Status: The delivery document you are trying to process has an active status that is not allowed for the operation you are attempting. This could mean that the document is still in use or has not been fully processed.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types have specific status requirements that must be met before further actions can be taken. If the document is in a status that is not compatible with the action, this error will occur.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings in the EWM system that dictate how document statuses are managed, and these settings may not align with the current state of the document.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Status: Review the status of the delivery document in question. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction in EWM and checking the document's details.
  Change Document Status: If the document is in an active status, you may need to change it to an inactive status. This could involve completing or canceling the current operation associated with the document.
  Review Configuration: If you have access to system configuration, check the settings related to document types and statuses to ensure they are set up correctly. This may involve consulting with your SAP Basis or EWM configuration team.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional context and troubleshooting steps.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you are unable to resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant context.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in EWM, such as /SCWM/PRDO for processing deliveries or /SCWM/ORDR for order management.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to /SCWM/DELIVERY_CONF221 for any known issues or patches that may address the problem.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate user roles and permissions to perform the actions you are attempting, as restrictions may also lead to errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.