How To Fix L1156 - You may only choose one storage type

L1156 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: L1 - Message handling for WM master data

• Message number: 156

• Message text: You may only choose one storage type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message L1156 - You may only choose one storage type ?

  The SAP error message L1156, "You may only choose one storage type," typically occurs in the context of warehouse management when a user attempts to select multiple storage types for a single operation or transaction where only one is allowed.
  
  Cause:
  This error usually arises in scenarios such as:
  
  Attempting to perform a stock transfer or inventory management operation that requires a single storage type but multiple storage types have been selected.
  Configuration settings in the warehouse management system that restrict operations to a single storage type.
  User error in the selection process, where the user inadvertently selects more than one storage type.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the L1156 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review Selection: Ensure that you are only selecting one storage type for the operation you are trying to perform. Go back to the selection screen and verify your choices.
  
  
  Check Configuration: If you are an administrator or have access to configuration settings, check the