How To Fix L3169 - If you enter a TO item, special movement not allowed

L3169 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: L3 -

• Message number: 169

• Message text: If you enter a TO item, special movement not allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message L3169 - If you enter a TO item, special movement not allowed ?

  The SAP error message L3169 ("If you enter a TO item, special movement not allowed") typically occurs in the context of warehouse management when you are trying to perform a transfer order (TO) operation that is not permitted due to the type of movement you are attempting.
  
  Cause:
  This error usually arises in the following scenarios:
  
  Incompatible Movement Type: You are trying to use a special movement type (like stock transfers or special stock movements) in conjunction with a transfer order item that does not support it.
  
  Configuration Issues: The system configuration may not allow certain types of movements for the items you are working with.
  Incorrect Item Type: The item you are trying to process may not be compatible with the transfer order due to its stock type (e.g., unrestricted, quality inspection, blocked stock).
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Movement Type: Ensure that the movement type you are trying to use is