How To Fix IL302 - No reference location defined --> data transfer not possible

IL302 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IL - PM: ILOM - Functional Locations

• Message number: 302

• Message text: No reference location defined --> data transfer not possible

What causes this issue?

You have tried to change the data origin of this field by specifying
that the field data is to be copied from the
<GL:reference_functional_location>reference functional location</>.
This is not possible, as this <GL:functional_location>functional
location</> does not have a reference location.

System Response

INCLUDE 'KEINE-VERARBEITUNG' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E

How to fix this error?

In this particular case, the only method of allowing data to be copied
from a reference functional location to this particular functional
location is by allocating it a reference location. Before you do this,
however, you should think carefully about the consequences.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IL302 - No reference location defined --> data transfer not possible ?

  The SAP error message IL302 ("No reference location defined --> data transfer not possible") typically occurs in the context of Inventory Management or Logistics Execution when there is an attempt to transfer stock or perform a movement without a defined reference location. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during stock transfers, goods movements, or when trying to create a delivery.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Reference Location: The most common cause of this error is that the system cannot find a reference location for the stock transfer or movement. This could be due to:
  
  The reference location not being defined in the system.
  The reference location being incorrectly configured or inactive.
  The material not being assigned to the reference location.
  
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the storage locations, plants, or warehouse management settings.
  
  
  Master Data Issues: The material master or storage location master data may not be set up correctly, leading to the