How To Fix /SCWM/L3006 - Control data for storage type & is missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/L3 -

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Control data for storage type & is missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/L3006 - Control data for storage type & is missing ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/L3006 Control data for storage type & is missing typically occurs in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. This error indicates that the system is unable to find the control data for a specific storage type, which is necessary for processing warehouse operations.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Control Data: The control data for the specified storage type has not been defined in the system. This could happen if the storage type was created but not fully configured.
  Incorrect Storage Type: The storage type being referenced may not exist or may have been incorrectly specified in the transaction or process being executed.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings in the Warehouse Management (WM) or Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Storage Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the EWM configuration settings and verify that the storage type in question is properly defined.
  Ensure that all necessary control data (like putaway, removal strategies, etc.) is set up for the storage type.
  
  
  
  Define Control Data:
  
  If the control data is missing, you will need to define it. This can typically be done in the following path:
  
  SPRO ? Logistics Execution ? Warehouse Management ? Define Storage Type.
  
  
  Here, you can create or modify the storage type and ensure that all required control data is filled in.
  
  
  
  Check for Typos:
  
  Ensure that there are no typographical errors in the storage type being referenced in the transaction.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the storage type was recently created or modified, ensure that the changes have been transported correctly to the relevant system (e.g., from development to production).
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the storage type and its control data requirements.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the process to identify where the system is failing to retrieve the control data.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like /SCWM/PRDI (for product master data) or /SCWM/STOCK (for stock overview) to check related data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error.
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP EWM expert.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message /SCWM/L3006.