How To Fix /SCWM/WMEBASICS028 - Height indicator &1 does not exist in warehouse number &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/WMEBASICS -

• Message number: 028

• Message text: Height indicator &1 does not exist in warehouse number &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/WMEBASICS028 - Height indicator &1 does not exist in warehouse number &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/WMEBASICS028 Height indicator &1 does not exist in warehouse number &2 typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM). This error indicates that the system is trying to reference a height indicator that has not been defined for the specified warehouse number.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Height Indicator: The height indicator specified in the error message does not exist in the configuration for the given warehouse number.
  Incorrect Configuration: The height indicator may not have been set up correctly or may have been deleted.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typo or incorrect entry when referencing the height indicator.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Height Indicator Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP EWM.
  Navigate to the relevant section where height indicators are defined (usually under Warehouse Management settings).
  Verify if the height indicator specified in the error message exists for the warehouse number mentioned.
  
  
  
  Create or Update Height Indicator:
  
  If the height indicator does not exist, you will need to create it.
  If it exists but is not correctly configured, update the necessary details.
  
  
  
  Verify Warehouse Number:
  
  Ensure that the warehouse number specified in the error message is correct and that you are looking at the right configuration for that warehouse.
  
  
  
  Check for Typos:
  
  Double-check the height indicator and warehouse number for any typographical errors.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on how to set up height indicators properly.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Height Indicators: These are used in warehouse management to define the maximum height of storage bins or areas, which can affect how products are stored and managed in the warehouse.
  Warehouse Management Configuration: Understanding the overall configuration of your warehouse management system is crucial for troubleshooting issues like this.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP EWM that can help you navigate to the configuration settings (e.g., /SCWM/IMG for customizing EWM).
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the height indicator in your SAP EWM system.