How To Fix /SCWM/EXCEPTION057 - System status for storage bin &1 was changed with operation &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/EXCEPTION -

• Message number: 057

• Message text: System status for storage bin &1 was changed with operation &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/EXCEPTION057 - System status for storage bin &1 was changed with operation &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/EXCEPTION057 indicates that the system status for a storage bin has been changed due to a specific operation. This message is typically encountered in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) and relates to the management of storage bins and their statuses.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when an operation is attempted on a storage bin that is not allowed due to its current status. The status of a storage bin can be changed by various operations, such as putaway, picking, or inventory management. If the operation you are trying to perform is not compatible with the current status of the storage bin, this error will occur.
  Common Causes:
  
  Storage Bin Status: The storage bin may be in a status that does not allow the requested operation (e.g., blocked, not available).
  Concurrent Operations: Another process may have changed the status of the storage bin while your operation was being processed.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that restrict certain operations based on the status of the storage bin.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Storage Bin Status:
  
  Use transaction code /SCWM/LS01 or /SCWM/LS02 to check the current status of the storage bin in question.
  Ensure that the status allows the operation you are trying to perform.
  
  
  
  Review Recent Changes:
  
  Investigate if there were any recent changes made to the storage bin status by other users or processes.
  If another operation is currently being processed, wait for it to complete before retrying.
  
  
  
  Adjust Configuration:
  
  If the status restrictions are due to configuration settings, consult with your SAP EWM administrator to review and adjust the settings as necessary.
  
  
  
  Retry the Operation:
  
  After confirming that the storage bin status is appropriate for the operation, retry the operation.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on storage bin statuses and their implications.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCWM/LS01, /SCWM/LS02, and /SCWM/LS03 for managing storage bins.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user performing the operation has the necessary authorizations to change the status of the storage bin.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support for further assistance.