How To Fix L3404 - Processing type is not maintained for automatic TO creation

L3404 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: L3 -

• Message number: 404

• Message text: Processing type is not maintained for automatic TO creation

What causes this issue?

To process transfer requirements / posting changes during automatic
transfer order creation, you require a processing type that is
maintained in the Customizing appplication when you set the control for
automatic TO creation.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Maintain the processing type in the Customizing table specified above.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message L3404 - Processing type is not maintained for automatic TO creation ?

  The SAP error message L3404, which states "Processing type is not maintained for automatic TO creation," typically occurs in the context of warehouse management and inventory handling. This error indicates that the system is unable to determine the processing type for creating a Transfer Order (TO) automatically, which is essential for managing stock movements within the warehouse.
  
  Cause:
  The primary causes of this error can include:
  
  Missing Configuration: The processing type for the relevant movement type or warehouse process has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Movement Type: The movement type being used does not have a corresponding processing type set up for automatic TO creation.
  Warehouse Management Settings: The settings in the Warehouse Management (WM) module may not be properly configured to handle the specific type of stock movement.
  Master Data Issues: The material master or other related master data may not be set up correctly, leading to the inability to determine the processing