How To Fix ER020 - Enter an existing temperature area

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ER - IS-U regional structure

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Enter an existing temperature area

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ER020 - Enter an existing temperature area ?

  The SAP error message ER020, which states "Enter an existing temperature area," typically occurs in the context of managing temperature-controlled storage in SAP, particularly in modules related to warehouse management or inventory management. This error indicates that the system requires a valid temperature area to be specified, but the entered temperature area does not exist in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Temperature Area: The temperature area you are trying to enter does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo or because the area has not been defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The temperature area may not have been properly configured in the system settings.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access or view the temperature areas.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Temperature Area: Verify that the temperature area you are trying to enter is correctly spelled and exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in SAP.
  Create Temperature Area: If the temperature area does not exist, you may need to create it. This can typically be done in the configuration settings under the relevant module (e.g., Warehouse Management).
  
  Navigate to SPRO ? Logistics Execution ? Warehouse Management ? Define Temperature Areas.
  Here, you can create a new temperature area if needed.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and use the temperature areas. If not, contact your SAP administrator to grant the required permissions.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed instructions on managing temperature areas.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Temperature Areas: These are used in SAP to manage products that require specific temperature conditions (e.g., refrigerated or frozen goods).
  Warehouse Management (WM): This module in SAP is responsible for managing warehouse operations, including the handling of temperature-sensitive items.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as LX01 (Display Warehouse) or LT01 (Transfer Order) that may involve temperature areas.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.