How To Fix L1718 - Storage type & in warehouse number & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 718

• Message text: Storage type & in warehouse number & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message L1718 - Storage type & in warehouse number & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message L1718 indicates that the specified storage type in a given warehouse number does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs during inventory management or warehouse management processes when the system is unable to find the defined storage type for the specified warehouse.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Storage Type: The storage type specified in the transaction does not exist in the system.
  Warehouse Number Issues: The warehouse number may not be correctly configured or may not be active.
  Configuration Errors: The storage type may not have been created or may have been deleted or deactivated in the system.
  User Input Error: There may be a typographical error in the input of the storage type or warehouse number.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Storage Type:
  
  Go to the transaction code LS03N (Display Storage Type) or SPRO (Customizing) to check if the storage type exists for the specified warehouse number.
  Ensure that the storage type is correctly defined and active.
  
  
  
  Check Warehouse Number:
  
  Use transaction code LX01 (Display Warehouse) to verify that the warehouse number is correctly set up and active.
  Ensure that the warehouse number is assigned to the correct plant and storage location.
  
  
  
  Correct Input:
  
  Double-check the input values for any typographical errors. Ensure that the storage type and warehouse number are entered correctly.
  
  
  
  Configuration:
  
  If the storage type does not exist, you may need to create it using transaction code SPRO and navigating to the relevant configuration path for warehouse management.
  Ensure that all necessary configurations for the warehouse and storage types are completed.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or Warehouse Management team for any specific configurations or settings that may be required.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  LS03N: Display Storage Type
  LX01: Display Warehouse
  SPRO: Customizing (to configure storage types and warehouse management settings)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to storage types and warehouse management.
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and manage the specified warehouse and storage types.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.