How To Fix L4186 - Maintain permissible storage unit types for storage type &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: L4 - LVS inventory

• Message number: 186

• Message text: Maintain permissible storage unit types for storage type &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message L4186 - Maintain permissible storage unit types for storage type & ?

  The SAP error message L4186, "Maintain permissible storage unit types for storage type &," typically occurs in the context of warehouse management when there is an issue with the configuration of storage unit types for a specific storage type in the system. This error indicates that the system cannot find a valid mapping of storage unit types for the specified storage type, which is necessary for the proper functioning of warehouse operations.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The permissible storage unit types for the specified storage type have not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Storage Type: The storage type being referenced may not be correctly set up or may not exist in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to storage unit types and storage types.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you need to maintain the permissible storage unit types for the specified storage type. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the following path: Logistics > Logistics Execution > Warehouse Management > Master Data > Storage Unit Types > Define Storage Unit Types.
  
  
  
  Define Storage Unit Types:
  
  In the configuration screen, check if the storage unit types are defined for the relevant storage type.
  If not, you will need to create or modify the storage unit types associated with the storage type in question.
  
  
  
  Assign Storage Unit Types:
  
  Ensure that the storage unit types are assigned to the correct storage type. You can do this by navigating to the configuration for storage types and checking the permissible storage unit types.
  
  
  
  Check for Errors:
  
  After making the necessary changes, check for any other related errors or inconsistencies in the configuration.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  Once the configuration is updated, perform a test transaction that previously triggered the error to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like SPRO for configuration, LT01 for creating transfer orders, and LT10 for displaying transfer orders to test the changes.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on warehouse management and storage unit types.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the configuration settings in SAP.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation, as there may be underlying issues that need to be addressed.