How To Fix /SCWM/GM160 - Enter destination stock type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/GM -

• Message number: 160

• Message text: Enter destination stock type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/GM160 - Enter destination stock type ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/GM160 Enter destination stock type typically occurs in the context of the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module when a user attempts to perform a goods movement or stock transfer without specifying a destination stock type. This can happen during various processes, such as stock transfers, goods receipts, or inventory adjustments.
  
  Cause:
  The error is triggered because the system requires a destination stock type to determine where the stock should be placed in the warehouse. The destination stock type is essential for managing inventory accurately and ensuring that stock is stored in the correct location according to the warehouse management rules.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to specify a destination stock type in the relevant transaction. Here are the steps you can take:
  
  
  Check the Transaction: Ensure that you are in the correct transaction where the destination stock type is required.
  
  
  Enter Destination Stock Type: Look for a field labeled "Destination