How To Fix /SCWM/HU_WM109 - field overflow in the capacity data, see longtext

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/HU_WM -

• Message number: 109

• Message text: field overflow in the capacity data, see longtext

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/HU_WM109 - field overflow in the capacity data, see longtext ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/HU_WM109 indicates a field overflow in the capacity data, which typically occurs in the context of handling units (HUs) in the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. This error suggests that the data being processed exceeds the defined limits for a particular field, leading to an overflow condition.
  
  Cause:
  
  Data Entry Error: The most common cause is that the data being entered or processed exceeds the maximum allowed size for a specific field in the database.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration of handling unit types, storage types, or capacity definitions can lead to this error.
  System Limitations: The system may have limitations on the size of certain fields, and if the data being processed exceeds these limits, it can trigger this error.
  Inconsistent Data: If there are inconsistencies in the data related to handling units, such as incorrect weight or volume entries, it can lead to this overflow error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Input: Review the