How To Fix /SCWM/NCTS007 - Define the status type for transit procedure

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/NCTS -

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Define the status type for transit procedure

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/NCTS007 - Define the status type for transit procedure ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/NCTS007 Define the status type for transit procedure typically occurs in the context of the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module, particularly when dealing with transit procedures in the context of customs management.
  Cause:
  This error indicates that the system is unable to find a defined status type for the transit procedure you are trying to use. This can happen if:
  
  The status type for the transit procedure has not been configured in the system.
  There is a missing or incorrect configuration in the Customizing settings related to transit procedures.
  The relevant customizing settings have not been transported to the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to define the status type for the transit procedure in the system. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access Customizing:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen and enter transaction code SPRO.
  Navigate to the following path:
  Logistics Execution -> Extended Warehouse Management -> Customs Management -> Define Status Types for Transit Procedures
  
  
  
  
  Define Status Types:
  
  In the configuration screen, you can define the necessary status types for your transit procedures.
  Ensure that you create or modify the status types according to your business requirements.
  
  
  
  Check Existing Configurations:
  
  If you believe the status type should already exist, check if it has been accidentally deleted or if there are any inconsistencies in the configuration.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If you are working in a development environment, ensure that any changes made are included in a transport request and that they have been transported to the relevant systems (e.g., quality assurance, production).
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transit procedure again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on configuring customs management and transit procedures in EWM.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues or provide additional guidance related to this error message.
  Community Forums: Consider visiting SAP Community forums or other user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /SCWM/NCTS007 and successfully define the status type for your transit procedures in SAP EWM.