How To Fix L3038 - Putaway in storage section & is not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: L3 -

• Message number: 038

• Message text: Putaway in storage section & is not allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message L3038 - Putaway in storage section & is not allowed ?

  The SAP error message L3038, which states "Putaway in storage section & is not allowed," typically occurs in the context of warehouse management when trying to perform a putaway operation in a storage section that is not configured to accept the specific type of goods or materials being handled.
  Cause:
  
  Storage Section Configuration: The storage section may not be configured to accept the type of material you are trying to put away. This could be due to restrictions set in the storage section's master data.
  Material Type Restrictions: The material type or the characteristics of the material being put away may not be compatible with the storage section.
  Warehouse Management Settings: There may be specific settings in the Warehouse Management (WM) module that restrict putaway operations based on certain criteria.
  Stock Type Restrictions: The stock type (e.g., unrestricted, quality inspection, blocked) may not be allowed in that storage section.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Storage Section Configuration: Review the configuration of the storage section in the Warehouse Management settings. Ensure that it is set up to accept the type of material you are trying to put away.
  
  Transaction Code: SPRO ? Logistics Execution ? Warehouse Management ? Define Storage Type and Storage Section.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data: Check the material master data for the item you are trying to put away. Ensure that it is compatible with the storage section.
  
  Transaction Code: MM03 to view material master data.
  
  
  
  Adjust Warehouse Management Settings: If necessary, adjust the settings in the WM module to allow for the putaway of the specific material type in the desired storage section.
  
  
  Check Stock Type: Ensure that the stock type of the material being put away is allowed in the storage section. If it is not, you may need to change the stock type or move the material to a different storage section.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as LT01 (Transfer Order Create), LT02 (Transfer Order Change), and LT03 (Transfer Order Confirm).
  Warehouse Management Configuration: Understanding the overall configuration of your warehouse management system can help prevent similar issues in the future.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user performing the putaway has the necessary authorizations to execute the operation in the specified storage section.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.