How To Fix /SCWM/PUT_BIN_DET233 - No special putaway strategy variant determined, find empty bin

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/PUT_BIN_DET -

• Message number: 233

• Message text: No special putaway strategy variant determined, find empty bin

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/PUT_BIN_DET233 - No special putaway strategy variant determined, find empty bin ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/PUT_BIN_DET233 indicates that the system could not determine a special putaway strategy variant for the putaway process, and it is prompting you to find an empty bin manually. This error typically occurs in the context of warehouse management in SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM).
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The putaway strategy may not be properly configured in the system. This could include missing or incorrect settings for the putaway strategy variants.
  No Suitable Bins: There may not be any bins available that meet the criteria for the putaway strategy being used.
  Warehouse Process Type: The warehouse process type may not be set up correctly for the items being put away.
  Item Master Data: The material master data may not have the necessary information for the putaway strategy to be determined.
  Stock Type: The stock type of the material may not be compatible with the putaway strategy.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Putaway Strategy Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the putaway strategy in SAP EWM.
  Ensure that the putaway strategy is correctly defined and that the necessary variants are set up.
  
  
  
  Review Warehouse Process Types:
  
  Verify that the warehouse process types are correctly configured for the items you are trying to put away.
  Ensure that the process types are linked to the correct storage types and bins.
  
  
  
  Check Bin Availability:
  
  Manually check the bins in the warehouse to see if there are any empty bins available that meet the criteria for the putaway.
  If necessary, adjust the bin assignments or clear out bins that are not being used.
  
  
  
  Material Master Data:
  
  Review the material master data for the items being put away. Ensure that the relevant fields for warehouse management are filled out correctly.
  Check if the material is flagged for special handling or if there are any restrictions that might affect the putaway.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider using transaction codes like /SCWM/PRDIAG to analyze the putaway process and identify where the determination is failing.
  You may also want to check the application logs for any additional error messages that could provide more context.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on configuring putaway strategies and troubleshooting related issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCWM/PRDIAG for diagnostics, /SCWM/PUTAWAY for putaway processes, and /SCWM/MON for monitoring warehouse activities.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message.
  Training and Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP EWM expert for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.