How To Fix /SCWM/PS_BASICS169 - Minimum Volume &1 &2 must be less than Maximum Volume &3 &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/PS_BASICS -

• Message number: 169

• Message text: Minimum Volume &1 &2 must be less than Maximum Volume &3 &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/PS_BASICS169 - Minimum Volume &1 &2 must be less than Maximum Volume &3 &4 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/PS_BASICS169 indicates that there is an issue with the volume settings for a particular product or storage unit in the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. Specifically, the error states that the minimum volume defined for a product or storage unit must be less than the maximum volume. 
  Cause:
  This error typically arises in the following scenarios:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The minimum and maximum volume values for a product or storage unit have been incorrectly configured in the system.
  Data Entry Error: During the creation or modification of a product or storage unit, the user may have entered the minimum volume as greater than or equal to the maximum volume.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the product may not be set up correctly, leading to conflicting volume definitions.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Product Master Data:
  
  Navigate to the product master data in EWM.
  Verify the volume settings for the product in question.
  Ensure that the minimum volume is less than the maximum volume.
  
  
  
  Adjust Volume Settings:
  
  If the minimum volume is greater than or equal to the maximum volume, adjust the values accordingly.
  For example, if the minimum volume is set to 10 and the maximum volume is set to 5, change the maximum volume to a value greater than 10.
  
  
  
  Review Storage Unit Settings:
  
  If the error pertains to a storage unit, check the configuration of the storage unit to ensure that the volume settings are correct.
  
  
  
  Test Changes:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the changes by attempting the operation that previously triggered the error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct volume settings, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP EWM functional consultant for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCWM/MAT1 (for product master data) or /SCWM/LS01 (for storage unit management) to access and modify the relevant data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to product or storage unit configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the volume settings are correctly configured in your SAP EWM system.