How To Fix /SCWM/LT279 - Storage type role can only be changed if the storage type is empty

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/LT -

• Message number: 279

• Message text: Storage type role can only be changed if the storage type is empty

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/LT279 - Storage type role can only be changed if the storage type is empty ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/LT279 indicates that you are trying to change the role of a storage type in the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module, but the storage type is not empty. This means that there are still stock or inventory items present in that storage type, which prevents the system from allowing changes to its role.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the storage type you are attempting to modify has existing stock. In SAP EWM, certain configurations, such as changing the role of a storage type (e.g., from a picking storage type to a bulk storage type), can only be performed when the storage type is empty. This is to ensure data integrity and prevent inconsistencies in inventory management.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the storage type is empty before attempting to change its role. Here are the steps you can take:
  
  
  Check Stock Levels: Use transaction codes like /SCWM/LS01 (to display stock in storage types) or /SCWM/LS02 (to display stock in bins) to check if there are any items in the storage type.
  
  
  Remove Stock: If there are items present, you will need to either:
  
  Move the stock to another storage type using transfer orders.
  Perform a stock removal process to clear the items from the storage type.
  
  
  
  Confirm Empty Status: After removing the stock, confirm that the storage type is indeed empty by checking the stock levels again.
  
  
  Change Storage Type Role: Once the storage type is confirmed to be empty, you can proceed to change its role as needed.
  
  
  Recheck Configuration: After changing the role, ensure that the new configuration aligns with your warehouse management processes.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in EWM for managing stock and storage types, such as /SCWM/LS01, /SCWM/LS02, and /SCWM/TO.
  Warehouse Management Configuration: Review the configuration settings for storage types in the EWM customizing settings to understand the implications of changing roles.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Extended Warehouse Management for detailed guidelines on storage type management and role changes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully change the storage type role in SAP EWM.