How To Fix /SCWM/LC1158 - No external process step assigned to storage bin &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/LC1 -

• Message number: 158

• Message text: No external process step assigned to storage bin &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/LC1158 - No external process step assigned to storage bin &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/LC1158 No external process step assigned to storage bin &1 typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM). This error indicates that the system is unable to find an external process step associated with a specific storage bin. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The storage bin in question does not have an external process step assigned to it. This can happen if the bin was created without the necessary configuration or if the configuration was not properly maintained.
  Incorrect Warehouse Process Type: The warehouse process type assigned to the storage bin may not be set up to handle the external process.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration settings related to the storage bin or the warehouse process.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Storage Bin Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the storage bin in the SAP EWM system.
  Ensure that the storage bin has an external process step assigned. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration path in the SAP EWM customizing settings.
  
  
  
  Assign External Process Step:
  
  If the external process step is missing, you can assign it by editing the storage bin settings. This can typically be done in the EWM customizing transaction (SPRO) under the relevant section for storage bin management.
  
  
  
  Review Warehouse Process Types:
  
  Check the warehouse process types associated with the storage bin. Ensure that they are correctly configured to handle the required external processes.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a consistency check on the master data related to the storage bin and the warehouse process. This may involve checking for any missing or incorrect entries in the relevant tables.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP EWM documentation for detailed guidance on configuring storage bins and external process steps.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as /SCWM/PRDI (for inbound processing) or /SCWM/PRDO (for outbound processing) to check the relevant processes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /SCWM/LC1158 No external process step assigned to storage bin &1.