How To Fix /SCWM/LC1020 - Storage type &1 does not exist in warehouse number &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/LC1 -

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Storage type &1 does not exist in warehouse number &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/LC1020 - Storage type &1 does not exist in warehouse number &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/LC1020 Storage type &1 does not exist in warehouse number &2 typically occurs in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module when the system is unable to find the specified storage type in the given warehouse number. This can happen for several reasons, and here are the potential causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Storage Type or Warehouse Number: The storage type or warehouse number entered in the transaction may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Storage Type Not Defined: The storage type has not been defined in the system for the specified warehouse number.
  Inactive Storage Type: The storage type exists but is inactive or not available for use in the specified warehouse.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified storage type or warehouse number.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the EWM settings that prevent the system from recognizing the storage type.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Input: Double-check the storage type and warehouse number entered in the transaction for any typos or errors.
  Check Storage Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP EWM and verify that the storage type exists for the specified warehouse number.
  Use transaction code /SCWM/STR_TYPE to view and manage storage types.
  
  
  Activate Storage Type: If the storage type exists but is inactive, activate it in the configuration settings.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the specified warehouse and storage type. This can be checked with the security team or through transaction code SU53 after the error occurs.
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation or help files related to warehouse management to ensure that the storage type is set up correctly.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCWM/STR_TYPE for managing storage types and /SCWM/MON for monitoring warehouse activities.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error /SCWM/LC1020 in the SAP Support Portal for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  EWM Configuration: Review the EWM configuration guide for detailed steps on setting up storage types and warehouse management processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message /SCWM/LC1020.