How To Fix /SCWM/LT420 - 'Putaway complete' has to be active for storage type role &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/LT -

• Message number: 420

• Message text: 'Putaway complete' has to be active for storage type role &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/LT420 - 'Putaway complete' has to be active for storage type role &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/LT420 'Putaway complete' has to be active for storage type role &1 typically occurs in the context of the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module when there is an issue with the configuration of storage types and their roles in the system.
  Cause:
  This error indicates that the storage type role specified (represented by &1 in the message) does not have the "Putaway complete" functionality activated. In EWM, storage types can have various roles assigned to them, and for certain operations (like putaway), the system requires that the "Putaway complete" role is active for the storage type being used.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the storage type role in question has the "Putaway complete" functionality activated. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the EWM Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen and navigate to the EWM configuration area. This can typically be found under Logistics -> Logistics Execution -> Extended Warehouse Management -> Master Data -> Define Storage Types.
  
  
  
  Find the Storage Type:
  
  Locate the storage type that is causing the issue. You can do this by searching for the storage type in the configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Check Storage Type Roles:
  
  Once you have found the storage type, check the roles assigned to it. Look for the role related to "Putaway complete".
  
  
  
  Activate the Role:
  
  If the "Putaway complete" role is not active, you will need to activate it. This may involve checking a checkbox or selecting the appropriate option in the configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, save your configuration.
  
  
  
  Test the Process:
  
  After activating the role, test the putaway process again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Storage Type Roles: In EWM, storage types can have multiple roles, such as "Picking", "Putaway", "Stock Transfer", etc. Each role defines the functionality available for that storage type.
  EWM Documentation: Refer to the SAP EWM documentation for detailed information on configuring storage types and their roles.
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like /SCWM/STYPE to directly access storage type configuration in EWM.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or EWM functional team for further investigation, as there could be additional configuration or system issues at play.