How To Fix /SCWM/LC1207 - Sorting for storage bin &1 already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/LC1 -

• Message number: 207

• Message text: Sorting for storage bin &1 already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/LC1207 - Sorting for storage bin &1 already exists ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/LC1207 Sorting for storage bin &1 already exists typically occurs in the context of warehouse management within the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. This error indicates that there is an attempt to create a sorting rule for a storage bin that already has an existing sorting rule defined.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Sorting Rule: The primary cause of this error is that a sorting rule for the specified storage bin (&1) already exists in the system. This can happen if there was an attempt to create a new sorting rule without first checking for existing rules.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the sorting rules or the warehouse management settings that lead to this error.
  Data Entry Errors: Sometimes, user errors during data entry can lead to attempts to create duplicate sorting rules.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Sorting Rules: 
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction in SAP EWM where sorting rules are maintained (e.g., /SCWM/SORTING).
  Search for the storage bin in question to see if a sorting rule already exists.
  If a sorting rule is found, you may need to modify or delete it if it is no longer needed.
  
  
  
  Modify or Delete the Existing Rule:
  
  If the existing sorting rule is valid but needs to be updated, make the necessary changes.
  If the existing rule is not needed, delete it to allow the creation of a new sorting rule.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for sorting rules in the warehouse management settings to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Ensure that there are no conflicting rules that could lead to this error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to sorting rules in EWM for additional guidance on managing sorting rules.
  
  
  
  Contact Support: 
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP EWM, such as /SCWM/SORTING for managing sorting rules.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may address the issue.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that the user attempting to create or modify sorting rules has the necessary permissions to do so.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /SCWM/LC1207 Sorting for storage bin &1 already exists.