How To Fix /ISDFPS/MM011 - Storage location &1 already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/MM -

• Message number: 011

• Message text: Storage location &1 already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/MM011 - Storage location &1 already exists ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/MM011 Storage location &1 already exists typically occurs when you are trying to create a new storage location in the system, but a storage location with the same identifier already exists in the specified plant. This can happen during the configuration of materials management or inventory management processes.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Storage Location: The primary cause of this error is that the storage location you are trying to create already exists in the system for the specified plant.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be a typographical error in the storage location code you are trying to create.
  System Configuration Issues: Sometimes, issues in the system configuration or data inconsistencies can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Storage Locations:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction (e.g., OMIL for storage location configuration) and check if the storage location already exists for the specified plant.
  If it does exist, you may need to use that existing storage location instead of creating a new one.
  
  
  
  Correct the Storage Location Code:
  
  If you suspect a typographical error, double-check the storage location code you are trying to create and ensure it is unique.
  
  
  
  Delete or Modify Existing Storage Location:
  
  If the existing storage location is no longer needed, you can consider deleting it (if allowed) or modifying it to meet your requirements.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to storage location management for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like OMIL (for storage location configuration) or MM01 (to create material master) to manage storage locations.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify storage locations in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.