How To Fix IM011 - Maintain location data

IM011 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IM - Maintenance notifications

• Message number: 011

• Message text: Maintain location data

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IM011 - Maintain location data ?

  The SAP error message IM011, which states "Maintain location data," typically occurs when there is an issue with the location data for a material or storage location in the Inventory Management module. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as during goods movements, stock transfers, or when trying to perform inventory counts.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Location Data: The most common cause of this error is that the location data for the material or storage location has not been maintained in the system. This could mean that the material master record does not have the necessary location information.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the storage location or warehouse management settings.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the data related to the material or storage location, such as missing entries in the relevant tables.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Maintain Location Data:
  
  Go to the Material Master (Transaction Code: MM02) and ensure that the location data is