How To Fix /SCWM/L1264 - Enter the total capacity because of capacity check in storage type &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/L1 -

• Message number: 264

• Message text: Enter the total capacity because of capacity check in storage type &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/L1264 - Enter the total capacity because of capacity check in storage type & ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/L1264 Enter the total capacity because of capacity check in storage type & typically occurs in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. This error indicates that a capacity check is being enforced for a specific storage type, and the system requires you to enter the total capacity for that storage type before proceeding.
  Cause:
  
  Capacity Check Configuration: The storage type in question has been configured to perform a capacity check, which means that the system needs to know the total capacity of that storage type to manage inventory effectively.
  Missing Capacity Data: The total capacity for the specified storage type has not been defined in the system, leading to this error when trying to perform operations that require capacity validation.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to enter the total capacity for the specified storage type. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Storage Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP EWM configuration settings.
  Navigate to the section for defining storage types.
  
  
  
  Locate the Affected Storage Type:
  
  Find the storage type that is causing the error (indicated by the & in the error message).
  
  
  
  Define Total Capacity:
  
  Enter the total capacity for the storage type. This may include defining parameters such as maximum weight, volume, or number of bins, depending on how the storage type is set up.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After entering the required capacity information, save your changes.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  Try to perform the operation that previously triggered the error to ensure that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Capacity Check Settings: Review the settings related to capacity checks in your EWM configuration. This includes understanding how capacity is calculated and what parameters are used.
  Warehouse Management Documentation: Consult the SAP EWM documentation for detailed information on storage type configuration and capacity management.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to storage type configurations in SAP EWM.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.