How To Fix /SCWM/EXCEPTION060 - Could not set user status &1 for storage bin &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/EXCEPTION -

• Message number: 060

• Message text: Could not set user status &1 for storage bin &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/EXCEPTION060 - Could not set user status &1 for storage bin &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/EXCEPTION060 indicates that the system encountered an issue when trying to set a user status for a specific storage bin. This error typically arises in the context of warehouse management processes within the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Invalid User Status: The user status you are trying to set may not be valid or may not exist in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to change the status of the storage bin.
  Storage Bin Status: The storage bin may be in a state that does not allow for the change of user status (e.g., it may be locked or in use).
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that prevent the status from being set.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database locks or inconsistencies in the data.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Status: Verify that the user status you are trying to set is valid and exists in the system. You can do this by checking the configuration for user statuses in the EWM settings.
  
  
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to change the user status of the storage bin. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  
  
  Inspect Storage Bin State: Check the current state of the storage bin. If it is locked or in use, you may need to wait until it is available for changes.
  
  
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings related to user statuses and storage bins in the EWM module. Ensure that there are no restrictions that would prevent the status from being set.
  
  
  Check for Technical Issues: Look for any technical issues, such as database locks or inconsistencies. You may need to consult with your SAP Basis team to investigate any underlying problems.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may address this specific error. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common issues.
  
  
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can analyze the program flow to identify where the error is occurring and why the status cannot be set.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like /SCWM/PRDI (for managing storage bins) or /SCWM/STATUS (for managing user statuses) to investigate further.
  SAP Community: Consider checking the SAP Community forums for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for Extended Warehouse Management for more detailed information on user statuses and storage bin management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.