How To Fix /SCWM/UI155 - storage process contains steps like CNT, QM, VAS that are deactivated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/UI -

• Message number: 155

• Message text: storage process contains steps like CNT, QM, VAS that are deactivated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/UI155 - storage process contains steps like CNT, QM, VAS that are deactivated ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/UI155 indicates that a storage process contains steps such as CNT (Counting), QM (Quality Management), and VAS (Value-Added Services) that are deactivated. This typically occurs in the context of warehouse management processes in SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM).
  Cause:
  
  Deactivated Steps: The error arises when the storage process is configured to include steps that are not activated in the system. This can happen if the configuration for the warehouse process does not align with the steps defined in the storage process.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a mismatch in the configuration settings for the warehouse process, leading to the inclusion of steps that are not intended to be used.
  Process Type Settings: The process type settings may not be correctly defined, leading to the activation of steps that are not supported or required for the specific process.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration of the storage process and ensure that the steps (CNT, QM, VAS) are either activated or removed from the process definition if they are not needed.
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP EWM system.
  Check the settings for the storage process and ensure that the steps are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Activate Required Steps: If the steps are required for your business process, you may need to activate them in the system.
  
  Go to the configuration for the respective steps (CNT, QM, VAS) and ensure they are activated.
  
  
  
  Adjust Process Type: If the steps are not needed, consider adjusting the process type to exclude these steps.
  
  Modify the process type settings to ensure that only the necessary steps are included in the storage process.
  
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, perform testing to ensure that the storage process works as expected without triggering the error message.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCWM/PRC for process configuration or /SCWM/IMG for accessing the implementation guide.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on configuring storage processes and understanding the implications of each step.
  Support: If the issue persists, 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 and ensure that your storage processes are configured correctly in SAP EWM.