How To Fix /SCWM/SHP_RCV180 - Current TU direction (&1) does not match requested action (&2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/SHP_RCV -

• Message number: 180

• Message text: Current TU direction (&1) does not match requested action (&2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/SHP_RCV180 - Current TU direction (&1) does not match requested action (&2) ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/SHP_RCV180 indicates a mismatch between the current direction of a Transportation Unit (TU) and the requested action. This typically occurs in the context of warehouse management and logistics processes within the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module.
  Cause:
  The error arises when the system detects that the current direction of the Transportation Unit (e.g., whether it is inbound or outbound) does not align with the action that the user is trying to perform. For example, if a TU is currently in an inbound state and the user attempts to perform an outbound action, this error will be triggered.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Current Status of the TU: 
  
  Verify the current status and direction of the Transportation Unit in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or using the appropriate report to view the TU details.
  
  
  
  Confirm the Requested Action:
  
  Ensure that the action you are trying to perform is appropriate for the current status of the TU. For instance, if the TU is inbound, you should only perform actions related to inbound processing.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Action:
  
  If the action you are trying to perform is incorrect, adjust it to match the current direction of the TU. For example, if you need to process an inbound TU, ensure that you are executing the correct inbound action.
  
  
  
  Reprocess the TU:
  
  If necessary, you may need to reprocess the TU to change its direction or status. This could involve completing the current process or canceling it before attempting the new action.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on handling TUs and the specific actions that can be performed based on their current status.
  
  
  
  Check for Customizations:
  
  If your organization has customized the EWM processes, ensure that the custom logic does not interfere with the standard behavior of TUs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in EWM, such as /SCWM/PRDI for inbound delivery processing or /SCWM/PRDO for outbound delivery processing.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential bug fixes or additional guidance.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the requested action on the TU.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.