How To Fix L1217 - No stock comparison possible for decentralized whse numbers

L1217 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 217

• Message text: No stock comparison possible for decentralized whse numbers

What causes this issue?

The warehouse number included in your selection is managed with a
decentralized ERP WM system linked to an R/2 host. It is not possible
to execute a stock comparison for this type of warehouse.

System Response

This program only allows stock comparisons for integrated systems.

How to fix this error?

If you still require a stock comparison for some materials, display the
stock figures for Warehouse Management and Inventory Management using
the appropriate transaction for these materials.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message L1217 - No stock comparison possible for decentralized whse numbers ?

  The SAP error message L1217, "No stock comparison possible for decentralized warehouse numbers," typically occurs in the context of inventory management and warehouse operations within SAP. This error indicates that the system is unable to perform a stock comparison for decentralized warehouse numbers due to certain conditions not being met.
  Causes:
  
  
  Decentralized Warehouse Configuration: The error often arises when the warehouse is set up as decentralized, meaning that it is managed separately from the central system. If the necessary configurations or data are not aligned between the decentralized warehouse and the central system, this error can occur.
  
  
  Missing Master Data: The required master data for the warehouse, such as material master records or storage location data, may be incomplete or missing.
  
  
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data between the decentralized warehouse and the central system, such as differences in stock levels or material availability.
  
  
  Warehouse Number Not Defined: The warehouse number being