How To Fix /SCWM/UI_PI049 - You have set "Bin Empty"; system ignores other count entries

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/UI_PI -

• Message number: 049

• Message text: You have set "Bin Empty"; system ignores other count entries

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/UI_PI049 - You have set "Bin Empty"; system ignores other count entries ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/UI_PI049 indicates that the system has detected that the "Bin Empty" status has been set for a particular bin in the Warehouse Management (WM) module. As a result, the system is ignoring any other count entries that may have been made for that bin. This typically occurs during inventory counting processes in SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM).
  Cause:
  
  Bin Status: The bin has been marked as "Empty," which means that the system assumes there are no items in that bin. Therefore, any count entries that indicate there are items present will be disregarded.
  Inventory Count Process: During the inventory counting process, if a bin is marked as empty, the system will not allow any discrepancies to be recorded against that bin.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings in the system may dictate that once a bin is marked as empty, it cannot be counted or adjusted until the status is changed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Bin Status: Verify the status of the bin in question. If it is indeed empty, then the message is expected behavior. If there are items in the bin, you will need to change the status.
  Change Bin Status: If the bin is not empty, you can change the status of the bin from "Empty" to "Occupied" or "Active" in the system. This will allow the system to recognize the items in the bin and process the count entries accordingly.
  Recount: After changing the bin status, you may need to perform the inventory count again to ensure that the system accurately reflects the contents of the bin.
  Review Configuration: If this behavior is not desired, review the configuration settings in the EWM system to see if adjustments can be made to how empty bins are handled during inventory counts.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as /SCWM/PI for physical inventory or /SCWM/PR for physical inventory results to manage inventory counts.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Extended Warehouse Management for detailed information on inventory processes and bin management.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user performing these actions has the necessary permissions to change bin statuses and perform inventory counts.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.