How To Fix /SCWM/TW_WT049 - No storage type given. Storage section &1 not used for WT for HU &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/TW_WT -

• Message number: 049

• Message text: No storage type given. Storage section &1 not used for WT for HU &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/TW_WT049 - No storage type given. Storage section &1 not used for WT for HU &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/TW_WT049 indicates that there is an issue with the storage type configuration in the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. Specifically, the error states that no storage type has been provided for a specific storage section when trying to create a warehouse task (WT) for a handling unit (HU).
  Cause:
  
  Missing Storage Type Configuration: The storage section referenced in the error message does not have an associated storage type defined in the system.
  Incorrect Warehouse Process Type: The warehouse process type being used may not be configured correctly to handle the storage section in question.
  Handling Unit (HU) Issues: The handling unit may not be properly defined or may not belong to the expected storage section.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Storage Section Configuration:
  
  Go to the EWM configuration and check the settings for the storage section mentioned in the error message.
  Ensure that a valid storage type is assigned to the storage section.
  
  
  
  Review Warehouse Process Type:
  
  Verify that the warehouse process type used for the operation is correctly configured to handle the storage section.
  Make sure that the process type allows for the movement of handling units in the specified storage section.
  
  
  
  Handling Unit Validation:
  
  Check the handling unit (HU) in question to ensure it is correctly defined and that it is associated with the appropriate storage section.
  Validate that the HU is not in a blocked status or in a location that is not allowed for the operation being performed.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making any changes, test the configuration by attempting to create a warehouse task for the handling unit again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCWM/PRDI (for managing storage types) or /SCWM/PRD1 (for managing storage sections) to access the relevant configuration settings.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Extended Warehouse Management for detailed guidance on configuring storage types and sections.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configuration, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP EWM expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /SCWM/TW_WT049 and ensure that your warehouse operations can proceed without issues.