How To Fix /SCWM/L1173 - Storage section not mentioned

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/L1 -

• Message number: 173

• Message text: Storage section not mentioned

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/L1173 - Storage section not mentioned ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/L1173 Storage section not mentioned typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when there is an issue related to the configuration of storage sections in the warehouse. This error indicates that a storage section has not been specified for a particular operation, which is necessary for the system to determine where to store or retrieve goods.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The storage section may not be defined in the warehouse management settings for the relevant storage type.
  Incorrect Warehouse Process Type: The warehouse process type being used may not be configured to handle the specific storage section.
  Master Data Issues: The material master or the handling unit may not have the necessary data related to storage sections.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to storage sections, such as missing entries in the configuration tables.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Storage Section Configuration:
  
  Go to the EWM configuration and verify that the storage sections are correctly defined for the relevant storage types.
  Ensure that the storage section is assigned to the correct storage type in the warehouse.
  
  
  
  Review Warehouse Process Types:
  
  Check the warehouse process types to ensure they are configured to use the appropriate storage sections.
  Make sure that the process type allows for the movement of goods to and from the specified storage sections.
  
  
  
  Verify Master Data:
  
  Check the material master data to ensure that the relevant storage section is specified.
  If using handling units, ensure that the handling unit master data is correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks in the EWM system to identify any discrepancies in the configuration or master data.
  Correct any inconsistencies found during the checks.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help notes related to EWM configuration for additional guidance on setting up storage sections.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCWM/PRDI (for managing warehouse process types) or /SCWM/IMG (for configuration settings) to access the relevant settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the /SCWM/L1173 Storage section not mentioned error in your SAP EWM system.