How To Fix /SCWM/LC1143 - Different intermediate storage types in activity area &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/LC1 -

• Message number: 143

• Message text: Different intermediate storage types in activity area &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/LC1143 - Different intermediate storage types in activity area &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/LC1143 indicates that there is a mismatch in the intermediate storage types defined for an activity area in the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. This error typically arises when the system expects a certain intermediate storage type for a specific activity area, but the configuration does not match.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Mismatch: The activity area is configured to use a specific intermediate storage type, but the actual storage type being used is different.
  Warehouse Process Type: The warehouse process type may not be correctly set up to handle the expected storage types for the activity area.
  Master Data Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the master data related to storage types or activity areas.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the EWM configuration settings and verify the configuration of the activity area. Ensure that the intermediate storage types assigned to the activity area are correct and consistent with the expected values.
  Navigate to the path: SPRO -> EWM -> Warehouse Management -> Define Activity Areas and check the settings.
  
  
  
  Review Warehouse Process Types:
  
  Ensure that the warehouse process types associated with the activity area are correctly configured to use the appropriate intermediate storage types.
  Check the settings under: SPRO -> EWM -> Warehouse Management -> Define Warehouse Process Types.
  
  
  
  Master Data Validation:
  
  Validate the master data for the storage types and activity areas. Ensure that there are no discrepancies or incorrect assignments.
  Check the storage type settings in the warehouse structure to ensure they align with the activity area requirements.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, perform a test to see if the error persists. Try to execute the process that triggered the error again.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue continues, refer to SAP documentation or support for further guidance on the specific configurations related to your warehouse setup.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCWM/PRDI (for inbound processing) or /SCWM/PRDO (for outbound processing) to test the configurations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message /SCWM/LC1143.