How To Fix /SCWM/L1170 - Storage bin & is already blocked

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/L1 -

• Message number: 170

• Message text: Storage bin & is already blocked

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/L1170 - Storage bin & is already blocked ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/L1170 Storage bin & is already blocked typically occurs in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module when there is an attempt to perform an operation (like putaway, picking, or stock transfer) in a storage bin that has been marked as blocked. This can happen for various reasons, such as:
  Causes:
  
  Manual Blocking: The storage bin may have been manually blocked by a warehouse manager or through a specific transaction.
  System Blocking: The system may automatically block the bin due to certain conditions, such as stock discrepancies, quality issues, or other operational reasons.
  Inventory Management: The bin could be blocked due to inventory management processes, such as during a stock count or when handling damaged goods.
  Configuration Settings: Certain configuration settings in the EWM system may lead to automatic blocking of bins under specific conditions.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Bin Status: Use transaction codes like /SCWM/LS01 or /SCWM/LS02 to check the status of the storage