How To Fix CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE686 - Storage location & is already maintained for plant &. Specify another one

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 686

• Message text: Storage location & is already maintained for plant &. Specify another one

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE686 - Storage location & is already maintained for plant &. Specify another one ?

  The SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE686 indicates that there is an issue with the storage location assignment for a specific plant in the system. This error typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify a material master record, and the storage location you are trying to assign is already in use or has been defined for the specified plant.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Storage Location: The storage location you are trying to assign is already maintained for the specified plant, which means it cannot be assigned again.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the material master or plant settings that are causing this conflict.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have mistakenly entered the same storage location for multiple entries.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Assignments: Verify the existing storage locations assigned to the plant. You can do this by navigating to the material master data and checking the storage location data for the specified plant.
  Choose a Different Storage Location: If the storage location is already in use, you will need to specify a different storage location that is not currently assigned to the plant.
  Review Configuration: If you believe this is an error, review the configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure that the storage locations are set up correctly for the plant.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on managing storage locations and material master data.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), or MM03 (Display Material) to manage material master data.
  Material Master Views: Ensure you are familiar with the relevant views in the material master, such as Basic Data, Purchasing, and Storage.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the material master and storage locations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.