How To Fix /SCWM/L3012 - Handling unit type is not allowed in storage type &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/L3 -

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Handling unit type is not allowed in storage type &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/L3012 - Handling unit type is not allowed in storage type & ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/L3012 Handling unit type is not allowed in storage type & typically occurs in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module when there is an attempt to use a handling unit (HU) type that is not permitted in a specific storage type. This can happen during various processes, such as putaway, picking, or stock transfer.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issue: The handling unit type is not configured to be used in the specified storage type. Each storage type can have specific handling unit types that are allowed.
  Incorrect Handling Unit Type: The handling unit being processed may not match the allowed handling unit types for the storage type in question.
  Warehouse Process Type Restrictions: Certain warehouse process types may restrict the use of specific handling unit types.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Storage Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the storage type in EWM.
  Verify the allowed handling unit types for the specific storage type.
  If necessary, add the required handling unit type to the allowed list.
  
  
  
  Review Handling Unit Type:
  
  Ensure that the handling unit you are trying to use is correctly defined and configured in the system.
  Check if the handling unit type is active and properly set up in the system.
  
  
  
  Adjust Warehouse Process Types:
  
  If the error occurs during a specific warehouse process, check the configuration of the warehouse process type to ensure it allows the handling unit type in question.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test to ensure that the handling unit can now be processed in the specified storage type without errors.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCWM/IMG to access the configuration settings for EWM.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on handling unit management and storage type configuration.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking configurations, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP EWM expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the handling unit type can be used in the specified storage type.