How To Fix /SCWM/L3038 - Putaway in storage section & is not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/L3 -

• Message number: 038

• Message text: Putaway in storage section & is not allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/L3038 - Putaway in storage section & is not allowed ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/L3038 Putaway in storage section & is not allowed typically occurs in the context of the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module when trying to perform a putaway operation in a storage section that is not configured to accept the specific type of goods or materials.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Storage Section Configuration: The storage section may not be configured to accept the type of material you are trying to put away. This can happen if the storage section is restricted to certain material types or if it has specific criteria that are not met by the incoming goods.
  
  
  Storage Type Restrictions: The storage type associated with the storage section may have restrictions that prevent certain materials from being stored there.
  
  
  Warehouse Process Type: The warehouse process type used for the putaway might not be compatible with the storage section.
  
  
  Stock Type: The stock type of the material (e.g., unrestricted, blocked, quality inspection) may not