How To Fix APPL_MM_PUR_PO008 - Storage location &1 does not exist in plant &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: APPL_MM_PUR_PO - Message Class for Purchase Order

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Storage location &1 does not exist in plant &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message APPL_MM_PUR_PO008 - Storage location &1 does not exist in plant &2 ?

  The SAP error message APPL_MM_PUR_PO008 indicates that the specified storage location does not exist for the given plant in the system. This error typically occurs during the creation or processing of purchase orders, goods movements, or inventory management activities.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Storage Location: The storage location specified in the transaction does not exist in the system for the specified plant.
  Configuration Issues: The storage location may not have been set up correctly in the system.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a typographical error in the storage location or plant code entered by the user.
  Master Data Issues: The storage location may have been deleted or not created in the master data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Storage Location:
  
  Check if the storage location exists for the specified plant. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration or master data transaction (e.g., transaction code OMLS for storage locations).
  Ensure that the storage location is active and not marked for deletion.
  
  
  
  Create or Update Storage Location:
  
  If the storage location does not exist, you may need to create it. Use transaction code OLC1 to create a new storage location for the specified plant.
  If the storage location exists but is inactive, you may need to activate it.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Review the material master data to ensure that the material is assigned to the correct storage location and plant.
  Use transaction code MM03 to view the material master and check the plant/storage location assignments.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the entries made in the transaction for any typographical errors in the storage location or plant code.
  
  
  
  Consult with Configuration Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to create or modify storage locations, consult with your SAP configuration team or system administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  OLC1: Create Storage Location
  OMLS: Define Storage Locations
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to Material Management (MM) and Purchasing (PUR) for further understanding of storage locations and their configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message APPL_MM_PUR_PO008 and ensure that the storage location is correctly set up in the system.