How To Fix /SCWM/LT423 - Putaway rules type æempty binÆ is not allowed for &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/LT -

• Message number: 423

• Message text: Putaway rules type æempty binÆ is not allowed for &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/LT423 - Putaway rules type æempty binÆ is not allowed for &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/LT423 indicates that there is an issue with the putaway rules in the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. Specifically, the error states that the putaway rule type "empty bin" is not allowed for the specified warehouse or storage type.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issue: The putaway rule for the specified storage type or warehouse may not be configured correctly to allow empty bins.
  Warehouse Management Settings: The settings in the warehouse management system may restrict the use of empty bins for putaway operations.
  Storage Type Restrictions: Certain storage types may have restrictions that prevent the use of empty bins for putaway.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Putaway Rules: Review the configuration of the putaway rules in the EWM system. Ensure that the putaway rule for the specified storage type allows for empty bins.
  
  Navigate to the EWM configuration settings and check the putaway strategy for the relevant storage type.
  
  
  
  Modify Storage Type Settings: If the storage type is not configured to allow empty bins, you may need to adjust the settings.
  
  Go to the transaction code /SCWM/PRT (Putaway Rule Maintenance) and check the settings for the putaway rule.
  Ensure that the "empty bin" option is enabled if it is appropriate for your warehouse operations.
  
  
  
  Review Warehouse Configuration: Check the overall warehouse configuration to ensure that it aligns with your operational needs.
  
  Use transaction code /SCWM/WH to access warehouse settings and verify that the configurations are correct.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on configuring putaway rules and handling empty bins.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, perform a test putaway to ensure that the error does not occur again.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuring putaway rules.
  EWM Documentation: Review the official SAP EWM documentation for best practices on warehouse configuration and putaway strategies.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking configurations, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /SCWM/LT423 and ensure that your putaway processes function correctly.