How To Fix /SCWM/PS_BASICS171 - Minimum Capacity &1 must be less than Maximum Capacity &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/PS_BASICS -

• Message number: 171

• Message text: Minimum Capacity &1 must be less than Maximum Capacity &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/PS_BASICS171 - Minimum Capacity &1 must be less than Maximum Capacity &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/PS_BASICS171 indicates that there is an issue with the capacity settings for a particular resource or storage bin in the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. Specifically, the error states that the minimum capacity defined for a resource or storage bin must be less than the maximum capacity. 
  Cause:
  This error typically arises when:
  
  The minimum capacity value is set equal to or greater than the maximum capacity value for a resource or storage bin.
  There may have been an incorrect configuration or data entry during the setup of the resource or storage bin.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to adjust the capacity settings. Here are the steps you can follow:
  
  
  Access the Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction in SAP EWM where you can manage resources or storage bins (e.g., /SCWM/RES for resources or /SCWM/BIN for storage bins).
  
  
  
  Check Capacity Settings:
  
  Locate the resource or storage bin that is causing the error.
  Review the minimum and maximum capacity settings.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Values:
  
  Ensure that the minimum capacity is less than the maximum capacity. For example, if the minimum capacity is set to 10, the maximum capacity should be set to a value greater than 10 (e.g., 20).
  Make the necessary adjustments and save the changes.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making the adjustments, try to perform the action that previously triggered the error to ensure that it has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP EWM documentation for detailed information on capacity management and configuration.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCWM/RES for resources and /SCWM/BIN for storage bins.
  Support: If the issue persists after making the adjustments, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Community for further assistance.
  
  By ensuring that the minimum capacity is always less than the maximum capacity, you can prevent this error from occurring in the future.