How To Fix /SCWM/LT020 - For putaway, do not enter a dest. storage type or destination storage bin

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/LT -

• Message number: 020

• Message text: For putaway, do not enter a dest. storage type or destination storage bin

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/LT020 - For putaway, do not enter a dest. storage type or destination storage bin ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/LT020 typically occurs in the context of warehouse management processes, particularly during the putaway process in SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM). This error indicates that the system expects a destination storage type or destination storage bin to be specified for the putaway operation, but none has been provided.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Destination Information: The most common cause of this error is that the user has not specified a destination storage type or storage bin in the putaway request.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the warehouse or the putaway strategy that does not allow the system to determine a default destination.
  User Input Error: The user may have inadvertently skipped entering the required fields or made a mistake in the input process.
  
  Solution:
  
  Specify Destination Storage Type/Bin: Ensure that you enter a valid destination storage type or storage bin when creating the putaway request. This can often be done in the transaction screen where the putaway is being processed.
  Check Warehouse Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the warehouse in SAP EWM. Ensure that the putaway strategies are correctly defined and that there are valid destination storage types and bins available for the items being put away.
  Review Putaway Strategies: If the system is supposed to determine the destination automatically, check the putaway strategies configured in the system. Ensure that they are set up correctly to allow for automatic determination of destination storage types and bins.
  User Training: If the error is due to user input, consider providing additional training or documentation to users on how to properly enter putaway requests.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP EWM, such as /SCWM/PRDI for putaway requests.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  Documentation: Review the SAP EWM documentation for detailed information on putaway processes, storage types, and bins.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP EWM expert for further assistance.
  
  By addressing the cause of the error and implementing the suggested solutions, you should be able to resolve the /SCWM/LT020 error and proceed with the putaway process successfully.