How To Fix /SCWM/PICKCART016 - Layout of pick cart &1 must not be larger than &2 levels

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/PICKCART -

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Layout of pick cart &1 must not be larger than &2 levels

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/PICKCART016 - Layout of pick cart &1 must not be larger than &2 levels ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/PICKCART016 indicates that the layout of a pick cart exceeds the allowed number of levels defined in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of warehouse management, particularly when dealing with picking carts in the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when the configuration of a pick cart (the number of levels it has) exceeds the maximum number of levels that the system allows for that specific type of pick cart. This can happen due to:
  
  Configuration Issues: The pick cart's layout may have been incorrectly defined in the system.
  Data Entry Errors: When creating or modifying a pick cart, the user may have entered a number of levels that is higher than the allowed limit.
  System Settings: The maximum number of levels for pick carts may not be properly configured in the system settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Pick Cart Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for pick carts in the EWM module.
  Verify the maximum number of levels allowed for the specific pick cart type you are using.
  
  
  
  Adjust Pick Cart Layout:
  
  If the layout of the pick cart is indeed larger than the allowed levels, you will need to either reduce the number of levels in the pick cart layout or adjust the system settings to allow for more levels (if appropriate).
  
  
  
  Review User Input:
  
  Ensure that any user input related to the pick cart's layout is correct and does not exceed the defined limits.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on configuring pick carts and understanding the limitations.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through configuration changes, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCWM/PICKCART to manage pick cart configurations.
  EWM Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the Extended Warehouse Management configuration settings, particularly those related to picking and cart management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.