How To Fix /SCWM/PUT_BIN_DET205 - Determine putaway strategy variant:

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/PUT_BIN_DET -

• Message number: 205

• Message text: Determine putaway strategy variant:

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/PUT_BIN_DET205 - Determine putaway strategy variant: ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/PUT_BIN_DET205 typically indicates an issue with determining the putaway strategy variant during the putaway process in the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. This error can arise due to several reasons, and understanding the cause is crucial for resolving it.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Configuration: The putaway strategy variant may not be configured correctly in the system. This could include missing entries in the customizing settings for putaway strategies.
  
  
  Warehouse Process Type: The warehouse process type associated with the putaway might not be set up correctly or might not have a corresponding putaway strategy defined.
  
  
  Material Master Data: The material being put away may not have the necessary data defined in the material master, such as the storage type or putaway strategy.
  
  
  Storage Type: The storage type where the material is being put away may not be compatible with the putaway strategy.
  
  
  Warehouse Management Settings: General settings in the warehouse management configuration may not align with the requirements for the putaway process.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the EWM customizing settings and verify that the putaway strategy variants are correctly defined.
  Ensure that the relevant warehouse process types are linked to the appropriate putaway strategies.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master:
  
  Check the material master data for the item being put away. Ensure that the necessary fields related to storage and putaway strategies are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Storage Type Settings:
  
  Verify that the storage type where the putaway is being attempted is configured to accept the material and is compatible with the putaway strategy.
  
  
  
  Test with Different Materials:
  
  If possible, test the putaway process with different materials to see if the issue is specific to a certain material or a broader configuration issue.
  
  
  
  Check Logs and Messages:
  
  Review the application logs and messages for any additional information that might provide context to the error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on configuring putaway strategies and troubleshooting related issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCWM/PRDI (for managing putaway) or /SCWM/PRDI (for managing warehouse tasks) to analyze the putaway process.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide patches related to putaway strategies.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.