How To Fix /SCWM/LT231 - Mixed pallets in bulk storage require partial pallet management

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/LT -

• Message number: 231

• Message text: Mixed pallets in bulk storage require partial pallet management

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/LT231 - Mixed pallets in bulk storage require partial pallet management ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/LT231 indicates that there is an issue with mixed pallets in bulk storage that require partial pallet management. This error typically arises in the context of warehouse management within the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module, particularly when dealing with bulk storage areas where mixed pallets are not allowed without proper management.
  Cause:
  
  Mixed Pallet Configuration: The system is configured to not allow mixed pallets in bulk storage areas unless partial pallet management is enabled. This means that if you are trying to store different materials on the same pallet in a bulk storage area, the system will raise this error.
  Warehouse Configuration: The warehouse settings may not be configured to handle mixed pallets, or the specific storage type may not allow for mixed pallets without partial pallet management.
  Material Master Settings: The material master records may not be set up to allow for mixed pallet handling.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Enable Partial Pallet Management: If mixed pallets are required in your operations, you need to enable partial pallet management for the relevant storage types. This can be done in the warehouse configuration settings.
  
  Navigate to the EWM configuration and check the settings for the storage type in question.
  Enable the option for partial pallet management if it aligns with your business processes.
  
  
  
  Review Storage Type Settings: Ensure that the storage type where you are trying to store the mixed pallets is configured to allow mixed pallets. You may need to adjust the settings to permit this.
  
  
  Check Material Master Records: Review the material master records for the items you are trying to store. Ensure that they are set up correctly to allow for mixed pallet handling.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed steps on configuring partial pallet management and mixed pallet handling in EWM.
  
  
  Training and User Awareness: Ensure that warehouse staff are trained on the implications of mixed pallets and the need for proper pallet management to avoid such errors in the future.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or updates regarding this error message.
  EWM Configuration Guides: Review SAP EWM configuration guides for detailed instructions on setting up storage types and managing pallets.
  User Forums and Communities: Engage with SAP user communities or forums where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By addressing the configuration settings and ensuring that your warehouse management processes align with the requirements for mixed pallets, you should be able to resolve the error message /SCWM/LT231.