MH250 - Double placement: layout module &, shelf section &, and shelf space &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MH - Maintain Material Master Data (Retail)

• Message number: 250

• Message text: Double placement: layout module &, shelf section &, and shelf space &

What causes this issue?

You have entered an assignment of a material and of a unit of measure
to a layout module. This assignment positions the material on a shelf
space that is already occupied by another material.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Compare the entries in layout module, version, variant, shelf section,
and sort sequence number with other existing entries that are identical
in these fields, but that differ in material and/or unit of measure.
You will find at least one other entry. To ensure unique shelf section
placements, change the duplicate data in at least one of these fields,
or delete the entry.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MH250 - Double placement: layout module &, shelf section &, and shelf space & ?

  The SAP error message MH250, which states "Double placement: layout module &, shelf section &, and shelf space &," typically occurs in the context of warehouse management and layout management within SAP. This error indicates that there is an attempt to place a storage bin or item in a location that is already occupied by another item or bin.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Assignment: The most common cause of this error is that the same layout module, shelf section, and shelf space combination is already assigned to another item or storage bin.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the warehouse layout or storage bin assignments that lead to conflicts.
  Data Integrity Issues: There could be inconsistencies in the data, such as incorrect entries in the master data or transactional data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Assignments: Review the existing assignments for the specified layout module, shelf section, and shelf space. Ensure that the location is not already occupied by another item.
  Adjust Storage Bin Assignments: If the location is indeed occupied, you may need to either move the existing item to a different location or change the assignment of the new item to a different shelf space.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the warehouse management module to ensure that there are no conflicting settings that could lead to this error.
  Data Cleanup: If there are data integrity issues, consider running data consistency checks or cleanup processes to resolve any discrepancies in the master data.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on managing warehouse layout and storage assignments.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like LS01N (Create Storage Bin) or LS02N (Change Storage Bin) to manage storage bin assignments.
  Warehouse Management (WM): Familiarize yourself with the Warehouse Management module in SAP, as understanding its structure and processes can help prevent such errors.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to make changes to storage bin assignments, as lack of permissions can sometimes lead to errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the MH250 error and implement a solution to resolve it.