How To Fix /CWM/LES114 - Automatic change of storage location not allowed in CWM

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CWM/LES -

• Message number: 114

• Message text: Automatic change of storage location not allowed in CWM

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CWM/LES114 - Automatic change of storage location not allowed in CWM ?

  The SAP error message /CWM/LES114 Automatic change of storage location not allowed in CWM typically occurs in the context of the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) or the SAP Warehouse Management (WM) module. This error indicates that the system is trying to automatically change the storage location for a material movement, but this action is not permitted due to certain configuration settings or business rules.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured to prevent automatic changes to storage locations for specific materials or under certain conditions.
  Business Rules: There may be business rules in place that restrict the automatic change of storage locations to maintain inventory integrity or compliance with operational procedures.
  Material Master Settings: The material master data may have settings that restrict changes to storage locations.
  Movement Type Restrictions: The movement type being used may not allow for automatic changes to storage locations.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the SAP system related to warehouse management and storage location management. Ensure that the settings allow for automatic changes if that is the desired behavior.
  Check Movement Type: Verify the movement type being used for the transaction. If it is not configured to allow automatic changes, consider using a different movement type or adjusting the configuration.
  Material Master Review: Inspect the material master data for the affected materials. Ensure that the storage location settings are correct and do not restrict changes.
  Consult Business Rules: If there are specific business rules in place, consult with the relevant stakeholders to determine if the restriction is necessary or if an exception can be made.
  Manual Intervention: If automatic changes are not allowed, consider handling the storage location changes manually as per the business process.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like MM02 (Change Material) or OMH1 (Define Movement Types) to review and adjust settings.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed information on warehouse management configuration and movement types.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.