How To Fix CL_DFPS_COMP_MSGS023 - Location type &1 must be configured as an explosive location type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CL_DFPS_COMP_MSGS - Compliance Message Class

• Message number: 023

• Message text: Location type &1 must be configured as an explosive location type

What causes this issue?

The entered location type must be configured as an explosive location
type.

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CL_DFPS_COMP_MSGS023 - Location type &1 must be configured as an explosive location type ?

  The SAP error message CL_DFPS_COMP_MSGS023 indicates that a specific location type (denoted as &1 in the message) must be configured as an explosive location type. This error typically arises in the context of Dangerous Goods Management (DGM) or when dealing with hazardous materials in SAP.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A location type that is expected to handle explosive materials is not configured correctly in the system.
  The system is trying to process or store hazardous materials in a location that is not designated for such materials.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the location type in question is properly configured as an explosive location type. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Configuration Settings:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the configuration settings for Dangerous Goods Management. This is usually found under:
  Logistics -> Logistics Execution -> Dangerous Goods Management -> Basic Settings -> Define Location Types
  
  
  
  
  Check the Location Type:
  
  Identify the location type that corresponds to &1 in the error message.
  Check the configuration settings for this location type.
  
  
  
  Configure as Explosive Location Type:
  
  If the location type is not set as an explosive location type, you will need to modify its settings.
  Ensure that the relevant fields indicating that it is an explosive location type are filled in correctly.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, save the configuration.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  Try to perform the operation that previously triggered the error to ensure that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation on Dangerous Goods Management for detailed information on configuring location types and handling hazardous materials.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to configuration settings in SAP.
  Transport Requests: If you are working in a development environment, remember to transport your changes to the quality and production environments as needed.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional insights or updates related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who specializes in Dangerous Goods Management.