How To Fix /SCWM/PUT_BIN_DET016 - No valid bin types found (storage type: &1, HU type: &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/PUT_BIN_DET -

• Message number: 016

• Message text: No valid bin types found (storage type: &1, HU type: &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/PUT_BIN_DET016 - No valid bin types found (storage type: &1, HU type: &2) ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/PUT_BIN_DET016 indicates that there are no valid bin types found for the specified storage type and handling unit (HU) type in the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. This error typically occurs during processes such as putaway, where the system is trying to determine valid bins for storing handling units.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issues: The most common cause of this error is that the bin types have not been properly configured for the specified storage type and handling unit type in the system.
  Missing Master Data: The necessary master data for the storage type or handling unit type may be missing or incorrectly set up.
  Incompatible Settings: The settings for the storage type and handling unit type may not be compatible, leading to the system being unable to find valid bins.
  Warehouse Process Type: The warehouse process type may not be correctly defined or linked to the storage type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Bin Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the storage type in EWM.
  Ensure that valid bin types are assigned to the storage type in question.
  Verify that the handling unit type is also correctly linked to the storage type.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the storage type and handling unit type to ensure that they are correctly defined.
  Make sure that the bin types are active and available for use.
  
  
  
  Adjust Warehouse Process Type:
  
  Review the warehouse process type settings to ensure that they are correctly configured to allow putaway into the specified storage type.
  Ensure that the process type is linked to the correct storage type and handling unit type.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test putaway to see if the error persists.
  Monitor the system logs for any additional errors or warnings that may provide further insight.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific configuration steps related to bin types and storage types in EWM.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCWM/PRT for handling unit management or /SCWM/STOCK for stock management to check configurations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking configurations, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message /SCWM/PUT_BIN_DET016.