How To Fix /SCWM/SHP_RCV179 - Define goods mov. ctrl for whse no. &1, whse proc. type &2, TM &3, car.&4

/SCWM/SHP_RCV179 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/SHP_RCV -

• Message number: 179

• Message text: Define goods mov. ctrl for whse no. &1, whse proc. type &2, TM &3, car.&4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/SHP_RCV179 - Define goods mov. ctrl for whse no. &1, whse proc. type &2, TM &3, car.&4 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/SHP_RCV179 typically indicates that there is a configuration issue related to the goods movement control for a specific warehouse number, warehouse process type, transportation management (TM) settings, and carrier. This error usually arises in the context of the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module when trying to process inbound deliveries or goods movements.
  
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when the system cannot find the necessary configuration for the specified warehouse number, warehouse process type, transportation management settings, and carrier. This could be due to:
  
  Missing Configuration: The goods movement control settings for the specified warehouse number and process type have not been defined.
  Incorrect Settings: The settings may exist but are incorrectly configured or do not match the parameters being used in the transaction.
  Transport Management Integration: Issues with the integration between EWM and the Transportation Management system, particularly if the carrier or TM settings are not properly defined.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this