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Message type: E = Error
Message class: M7 - Inventory Management and Physical Inventory
Message number: 116
Message text: The storage location/batch function * is not defined here
The search function for the storage location or batch has not yet been
set up for the combination of nmovement type and special stock you
selected.
The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.
Enter the storage location and/or the batch.
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The SAP error message M7116, which states "The storage location/batch function * is not defined here," typically occurs in the context of inventory management or material movements. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a valid configuration for the specified storage location or batch in the context of the operation being performed.
Causes:
- Undefined Storage Location or Batch: The storage location or batch you are trying to use is not defined in the system for the specific plant or material.
- Configuration Issues: The configuration for the storage location or batch management may not be set up correctly in the system.
- Master Data Issues: The material master data may not have the necessary settings for the storage location or batch management.
- Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified storage location or batch.
Solutions:
Check Storage Location Configuration:
- Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction code SPRO).
- Navigate to the relevant area for inventory management and check if the storage location is defined for the plant and material.
Verify Material Master Data:
- Use transaction code MM03 to display the material master data.
- Check the storage location data and ensure that the storage location is assigned to the material.
Batch Management Settings:
- If batch management is being used, ensure that the batch is defined and active for the material in the relevant storage location.
- Check the batch management settings in the material master (MM03) under the "Plant Data/Storage" view.
Check User Authorizations:
- Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the storage location and perform the required operations.
Consult with SAP Basis or Functional Team:
- If the issue persists, consult with your SAP Basis or functional team to check for any system-level issues or configurations that may be affecting the storage location or batch.
Related Information:
By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the M7116 error in SAP.
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