How To Fix /SCWM/PI_APPL_REPORT031 - Storage type &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/PI_APPL_REPORT -

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Storage type &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/PI_APPL_REPORT031 - Storage type &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/PI_APPL_REPORT031 indicating that "Storage type &1 does not exist" typically occurs in the context of the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. This error suggests that the system is trying to access a storage type that has not been defined or is not available in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Storage Type: The storage type referenced in the error message (&1) has not been created in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue where the storage type is not properly set up or activated.
  Data Consistency Issues: There could be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration settings that lead to the system not recognizing the storage type.
  Transport Issues: If the storage type was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported or activated.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Storage Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the EWM configuration settings and verify if the storage type exists.
  Use transaction code /SCWM/STR_TYPE to check the list of storage types and ensure that the one referenced in the error message is present.
  
  
  
  Create or Activate Storage Type:
  
  If the storage type does not exist, you may need to create it. This can be done through the EWM configuration.
  If it exists but is inactive, ensure it is activated.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check if the storage type is correctly assigned to the warehouse and that all relevant master data is consistent.
  Ensure that the warehouse number and storage type are correctly linked.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the storage type was supposed to be transported from another system, check the transport logs to ensure it was successfully imported.
  If there were issues during transport, you may need to re-transport the configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to EWM and storage type configuration for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCWM/STR_TYPE for storage type management and /SCWM/MON for monitoring warehouse activities.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to this error message for any known issues or patches that may resolve the problem.
  EWM Configuration Guides: Review EWM configuration guides for best practices on setting up storage types and other related components.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.