How To Fix /SCWM/TW_WT046 - Warehouse process type &1 determined for HU &2 by outb.deliv.ord. &3 &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/TW_WT -

• Message number: 046

• Message text: Warehouse process type &1 determined for HU &2 by outb.deliv.ord. &3 &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/TW_WT046 - Warehouse process type &1 determined for HU &2 by outb.deliv.ord. &3 &4 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/TW_WT046 typically occurs in the context of warehouse management processes, particularly when dealing with handling units (HUs) and outbound delivery orders. This error indicates that the system has determined a warehouse process type for a handling unit (HU) based on an outbound delivery order, but there may be an issue with the configuration or the data associated with that process.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issues: The warehouse process type may not be correctly configured for the specific handling unit or the outbound delivery order. This could be due to missing or incorrect settings in the warehouse management configuration.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the handling unit, such as missing information or incorrect status.
  Process Type Assignment: The warehouse process type assigned to the handling unit may not be valid for the operation being performed, or it may not match the expected process for the outbound delivery order.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for warehouse process types in the SAP system. Ensure that the process type is correctly defined and assigned to the relevant handling units and outbound delivery orders.
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) under Logistics Execution > Warehouse Management > Define Warehouse Process Types.
  
  
  
  Validate Data: Check the handling unit and outbound delivery order for any missing or incorrect data. Ensure that all necessary fields are populated and that the status of the handling unit is appropriate for the operation being performed.
  
  Use transaction codes like HU02 (Display Handling Unit) and VL03N (Display Outbound Delivery) to review the details.
  
  
  
  Process Type Assignment: Ensure that the warehouse process type assigned to the handling unit is appropriate for the outbound delivery order. If necessary, reassign the correct process type.
  
  You may need to adjust the assignment of process types in the warehouse management settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on warehouse process types and handling units.
  
  
  Testing: After making any changes, perform tests to ensure that the error does not reoccur and that the warehouse processes function as expected.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as LT03 (Create Transfer Order), LT12 (Confirm Transfer Order), and HU02 (Display Handling Unit) for managing handling units and transfer orders.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential bug fixes or additional guidance.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking configuration and data, 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 cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.