How To Fix /SCWM/PS_BASICS235 - Elementgroup &1 is already assigned to level &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/PS_BASICS -

• Message number: 235

• Message text: Elementgroup &1 is already assigned to level &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/PS_BASICS235 - Elementgroup &1 is already assigned to level &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/PS_BASICS235 indicates that an element group (like a storage type, storage bin, or similar) is already assigned to a specific level in the system. This typically occurs in the context of warehouse management or logistics processes within the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when you attempt to assign an element group to a level that already has that element group assigned. This can happen due to:
  
  Duplicate assignments in the configuration.
  Incorrect data entry or configuration changes.
  System inconsistencies or errors during data migration or updates.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Assignments:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration area in SAP EWM where element groups are assigned to levels.
  Verify if the element group is already assigned to the specified level. If it is, you may need to remove the existing assignment before making a new one.
  
  
  
  Remove Duplicate Assignments:
  
  If you find that the element group is indeed assigned to the level, you can either:
  
  Remove the existing assignment if it is no longer needed.
  Modify your new assignment to a different level that does not have the same element group assigned.
  
  
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for element groups and levels to ensure that they are set up correctly and do not have conflicting assignments.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on managing element groups and levels in EWM.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the configuration to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCWM/IMG to access the configuration settings for EWM.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance related to this error message.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.