How To Fix /SCWM/LC1178 - REC Storage Group &1 does not exist for Storage Type &2 in Warehouse &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/LC1 -

• Message number: 178

• Message text: REC Storage Group &1 does not exist for Storage Type &2 in Warehouse &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/LC1178 - REC Storage Group &1 does not exist for Storage Type &2 in Warehouse &3 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/LC1178 indicates that there is an issue related to the configuration of storage groups in the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. Specifically, the error states that the specified storage group does not exist for the given storage type in the specified warehouse.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The storage group specified in the error message has not been defined for the storage type in the warehouse.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the configuration settings or during the transaction that triggered the error.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly set up in the target system.
  Warehouse Management Settings: The warehouse management settings may not be correctly aligned with the storage type and storage group.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the EWM configuration settings and verify that the storage group exists for the specified storage type in the warehouse.
  Navigate to the path: SPRO -> Logistics Execution -> Extended Warehouse Management -> Master Data -> Define Storage Types and ensure that the storage group is correctly assigned to the storage type.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Storage Group:
  
  If the storage group does not exist, you will need to create it. Ensure that it is properly linked to the relevant storage type and warehouse.
  If it exists but is incorrectly configured, modify the settings to ensure it aligns with the expected configuration.
  
  
  
  Check for Typos:
  
  Review the input data for any typos or incorrect values that may have led to the error.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the configuration was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included and that there were no errors during the transport.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on configuring storage groups and types.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like /SCWM/IMG to access the configuration settings for EWM.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configuration, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /SCWM/LC1178 and ensure that your warehouse configuration is correct.