How To Fix /SCWM/LT378 - Automatic wave generation not supported for putaway

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/LT -

• Message number: 378

• Message text: Automatic wave generation not supported for putaway

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/LT378 - Automatic wave generation not supported for putaway ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/LT378 Automatic wave generation not supported for putaway typically occurs in the context of the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module when there is an attempt to automatically generate waves for putaway tasks. This error indicates that the system does not support automatic wave generation for putaway operations.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Settings: The system may not be configured to allow automatic wave generation for putaway tasks. This could be due to specific settings in the warehouse management configuration.
  Wave Management Settings: The wave management settings may not include putaway as a valid operation for automatic wave generation.
  Warehouse Process Type: The process type for putaway may not be set up to support wave generation.
  System Limitations: The version of SAP EWM being used may have limitations regarding automatic wave generation for putaway.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the SAP EWM system to ensure that automatic wave generation is enabled for putaway tasks. This can be done in the Customizing settings under:
  
  Logistics Execution > Warehouse Management > Extended Warehouse Management > Wave Management > Define Wave Management Settings.
  
  
  
  Adjust Wave Management Settings: If putaway is not included in the wave management settings, you may need to adjust these settings to allow for automatic wave generation for putaway tasks.
  
  
  Review Process Types: Check the process types associated with putaway in the system. Ensure that they are configured to support wave generation.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help documentation or release notes for your specific version of EWM to understand any limitations or specific configurations required for automatic wave generation.
  
  
  Custom Development: If the standard functionality does not meet your requirements, consider discussing with your SAP development team about creating a custom solution to handle wave generation for putaway.
  
  
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the configurations, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP EWM Documentation: Review the official SAP EWM documentation for detailed information on wave management and putaway processes.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCWM/WAVE for wave management and /SCWM/PRDI for putaway processes.
  User Exits and BAdIs: Explore user exits or Business Add-Ins (BAdIs) that may allow for customization of wave generation processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to enable automatic wave generation for putaway tasks in SAP EWM.