How To Fix /SCWM/L3217 - Storage type & only allows one handling unit per bin

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/L3 -

• Message number: 217

• Message text: Storage type & only allows one handling unit per bin

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/L3217 - Storage type & only allows one handling unit per bin ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/L3217 Storage type & only allows one handling unit per bin typically occurs in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module when you attempt to place more than one handling unit (HU) in a bin that is configured to allow only a single HU. This restriction is often set for specific storage types where the storage strategy or physical constraints dictate that only one HU can occupy a bin at any given time.
  Cause:
  
  Storage Type Configuration: The storage type is configured to allow only one handling unit per bin. This is common in scenarios where the storage type is designed for high-value items, fragile goods, or items that require special handling.
  Handling Unit Management: The handling unit being placed in the bin is already occupying that bin, and the system does not allow another HU to be placed there.
  Warehouse Process: The warehouse process or strategy being used may not support multiple HUs in a single bin.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Storage Type Settings: Review the configuration of the storage type in the EWM settings. If you need to allow multiple HUs in that storage type, you can change the configuration to allow it. This can be done in the Customizing settings under:
  
  Logistics Execution > Warehouse Management > Extended Warehouse Management > Define Storage Types.
  
  
  
  Use Different Bin: If the storage type is correctly configured to allow only one HU, consider placing the new HU in a different bin that can accommodate multiple HUs or is not restricted.
  
  
  Handling Unit Management: Ensure that the handling unit you are trying to place is not already in the bin. You can check the current contents of the bin to confirm this.
  
  
  Review Warehouse Process: If the warehouse process requires that only one HU be placed in a bin, ensure that your operations align with this requirement. You may need to adjust your picking or storage strategies accordingly.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP EWM consultant for specific configurations and best practices related to handling units and storage types.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Handling Units (HUs): In SAP EWM, handling units are used to manage the physical handling of goods. Each HU can represent a single item or a collection of items packed together.
  Storage Type: A storage type defines how and where materials are stored in the warehouse. It can have various configurations, including restrictions on the number of HUs per bin.
  Warehouse Management Strategies: Different strategies can be applied in EWM to optimize storage and retrieval processes, which may affect how HUs are managed in bins.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP EWM for further assistance.