How To Fix /SCWM/LC1118 - First delete the bin sorting for activity area &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/LC1 -

• Message number: 118

• Message text: First delete the bin sorting for activity area &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/LC1118 - First delete the bin sorting for activity area &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/LC1118 indicates that there is an issue with bin sorting in the specified activity area. This error typically occurs in the context of warehouse management within the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. The message suggests that you need to delete the bin sorting for the specified activity area before proceeding with your operation.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when there is an attempt to perform an operation (such as a stock transfer, inventory count, or other warehouse activities) in an activity area that has existing bin sorting configurations. The system requires that any existing bin sorting be removed before you can proceed with the operation.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Activity Area: Note the activity area mentioned in the error message (represented as &1).
  
  
  Access the Bin Sorting Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP EWM transaction code for managing bin sorting (e.g., /SCWM/BS or similar, depending on your system configuration).
  Alternatively, you can navigate through the SAP Easy Access menu to find the relevant configuration for bin sorting.
  
  
  
  Delete the Bin Sorting:
  
  Locate the bin sorting entries associated with the specified activity area.
  Select the entries and delete them. Ensure that you are aware of the implications of deleting these entries, as it may affect ongoing warehouse operations.
  
  
  
  Confirm Deletion: After deleting the bin sorting, confirm that the entries are removed from the system.
  
  
  Retry the Operation: Once the bin sorting has been deleted, attempt to perform the operation that triggered the error again.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP EWM documentation for more details on bin sorting and activity areas.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in EWM, such as /SCWM/BS for bin sorting and /SCWM/ACTIVITY for managing activity areas.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to delete bin sorting configurations, as this may require specific roles or authorizations in your SAP system.
  Testing: After making changes, it is advisable to test the system to ensure that the deletion of bin sorting does not adversely affect other warehouse processes.
  
  If you continue to experience issues or if the error persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP EWM expert for further assistance.