How To Fix /SCWM/LC1099 - Major error when creating the sorting. Changes reset

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/LC1 -

• Message number: 099

• Message text: Major error when creating the sorting. Changes reset

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/LC1099 - Major error when creating the sorting. Changes reset ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/LC1099 typically indicates a major error during the sorting process in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. This error can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause is crucial for finding an appropriate solution.
  Cause:
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the warehouse tasks, such as missing or incorrect information about the handling units, storage bins, or stock.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the EWM system can lead to sorting errors. This includes settings related to sorting strategies or warehouse process types.
  System Performance: If the system is under heavy load or if there are performance issues, it may not be able to process sorting requests efficiently.
  Locking Issues: If another process is locking the data that the sorting process needs to access, it can lead to this error.
  Custom Code: If there are custom enhancements or modifications in the sorting logic, they may introduce errors.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Consistency: Verify the data related to the warehouse tasks. Ensure that all handling units, storage bins, and stock information are correct and complete.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for sorting strategies and warehouse process types. Ensure that they are set up correctly according to your business processes.
  Monitor System Performance: Use transaction codes like ST22 (Dump Analysis) and SM21 (System Log) to check for any performance issues or dumps that may indicate underlying problems.
  Check for Locks: Use transaction SM12 to check for any locks on the relevant tables. If there are locks, you may need to wait for the other processes to complete or resolve the locking issue.
  Debug Custom Code: If there are custom enhancements, debug the code to identify any issues that may be causing the error.
  Recreate the Sorting: If the error persists, try to recreate the sorting process from scratch to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCWM/PRDI (for processing inbound deliveries), /SCWM/PRDI (for processing outbound deliveries), and /SCWM/ORD (for order management).
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide patches.
  Documentation: Review the SAP EWM documentation for best practices on sorting and warehouse management processes.
  Support: If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the /SCWM/LC1099 error and implement a solution to resolve it.