How To Fix /SCWM/SHP_RCV578 - TU and Veh refer to different (Yard-)Warehouse - assignment not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/SHP_RCV -

• Message number: 578

• Message text: TU and Veh refer to different (Yard-)Warehouse - assignment not possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/SHP_RCV578 - TU and Veh refer to different (Yard-)Warehouse - assignment not possible ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/SHP_RCV578 indicates that there is a mismatch between the Transportation Unit (TU) and the Vehicle in terms of their assigned (Yard) Warehouse. This typically occurs in the context of warehouse management and logistics processes within SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM).
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  The Transportation Unit (TU) is assigned to one warehouse, while the Vehicle is assigned to a different warehouse.
  The system is trying to perform an operation that requires both the TU and the Vehicle to be associated with the same warehouse.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Assignments:
  
  Verify the warehouse assignment for both the Transportation Unit and the Vehicle. Ensure that they are assigned to the same (Yard) Warehouse.
  
  
  
  Adjust Assignments:
  
  If they are assigned to different warehouses, you will need to either:
  
  Change the assignment of the TU to match the Vehicle's warehouse.
  Change the assignment of the Vehicle to match the TU's warehouse.
  
  
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in SAP EWM to ensure that the warehouse assignments are set up correctly and that there are no discrepancies in the master data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on handling Transportation Units and Vehicles in EWM.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the process again to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCWM/TO for managing transfer orders or /SCWM/TU for managing transportation units.
  Master Data: Ensure that the master data for both the TU and Vehicle is correctly maintained in the system.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who specializes in SAP EWM for further assistance.