How To Fix /SCWM/DS_CORE161 - SCU of docking location missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/DS_CORE -

• Message number: 161

• Message text: SCU of docking location missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/DS_CORE161 - SCU of docking location missing ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/DS_CORE161 indicates that there is a missing docking location in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module when trying to process a delivery or a warehouse task that requires a docking location, but none is assigned or available.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Docking Location: The most common cause is that the docking location has not been defined or assigned in the system for the relevant warehouse or storage type.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the warehouse management settings that prevent the system from recognizing the docking location.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the relevant products, storage types, or warehouse processes may not be correctly set up.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the delivery or warehouse task that lead to the docking location not being found.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Docking Location Configuration:
  
  Go to the EWM configuration settings and ensure that the docking locations are properly defined for the relevant warehouse.
  Verify that the docking location is assigned to the correct storage type and is active.
  
  
  
  Assign Docking Location:
  
  If the docking location is missing, you may need to create a new docking location or assign an existing one to the relevant warehouse process.
  Use transaction codes like /SCWM/DOCK to manage docking locations.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the products and ensure that they are correctly linked to the appropriate docking locations.
  Ensure that the delivery or warehouse task is correctly set up to reference the docking location.
  
  
  
  Check Warehouse Task and Delivery:
  
  Review the warehouse task or delivery document to ensure that it is correctly configured and that all necessary data is present.
  If the task is being created automatically, check the rules or conditions that govern its creation.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on configuring docking locations and resolving related issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCWM/DOCK, /SCWM/PRD, and /SCWM/ORD for managing warehouse processes.
  EWM Configuration: Understanding the configuration of EWM, including storage types, storage bins, and handling units, can help in troubleshooting similar issues.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may resolve the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the missing docking location in SAP EWM.