How To Fix /SCWM/LT379 - The whse process cat. does not match the whse process cat of the activity

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/LT -

• Message number: 379

• Message text: The whse process cat. does not match the whse process cat of the activity

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/LT379 - The whse process cat. does not match the whse process cat of the activity ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/LT379 indicates that there is a mismatch between the warehouse process category defined for a specific activity and the warehouse process category that is expected for the warehouse process being executed. This error typically occurs in the context of warehouse management processes in SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM).
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Mismatch: The warehouse process category assigned to the activity (e.g., picking, putaway, etc.) does not match the warehouse process category defined in the warehouse management configuration.
  Incorrect Activity Type: The activity type being executed may not be compatible with the warehouse process category assigned to the warehouse task or the warehouse order.
  Master Data Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, such as the warehouse process category assigned to the material or storage type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP EWM and verify the warehouse process categories assigned to the relevant activities.
  Ensure that the warehouse process category for the activity matches the expected category for the process being executed.
  
  
  
  Review Warehouse Task/Order:
  
  Check the warehouse task or warehouse order that is generating the error. Look at the details to see what warehouse process category is assigned.
  If necessary, adjust the warehouse task or order to align with the correct warehouse process category.
  
  
  
  Adjust Master Data:
  
  Review the master data for the materials and storage types involved in the process. Ensure that the correct warehouse process categories are assigned.
  If there are discrepancies, update the master data accordingly.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the process again to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCWM/PRDI (for managing warehouse processes) or /SCWM/ORD (for managing warehouse orders) to review and adjust settings.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP EWM documentation for detailed information on warehouse process categories and their configurations.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking configurations and master data, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP EWM expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /SCWM/LT379 and ensure that your warehouse processes are functioning correctly.