How To Fix L8100 - Storage type & not in warehouse control table

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: L8 - Messages from DB access routines (SAPDB...)

• Message number: 100

• Message text: Storage type & not in warehouse control table

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message L8100 - Storage type & not in warehouse control table ?

  The SAP error message L8100 indicates that a specific storage type is not defined in the warehouse control table for the warehouse in question. This error typically occurs in the context of warehouse management processes, such as when trying to perform inventory movements, stock transfers, or other warehouse-related transactions.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the storage type you are trying to use is not configured in the Warehouse Management (WM) system. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  The storage type has not been created or activated in the system.
  The storage type is incorrectly defined or has been deleted.
  There may be a mismatch between the storage type being referenced and the configuration in the warehouse control table.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the L8100 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Storage Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO to access the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide.
  Navigate to Logistics Execution > Warehouse Management > Master Data > Storage Types.
  Verify if the storage type in question is defined and active.
  
  
  
  Check Warehouse Control Table:
  
  Use transaction code LX02 to display the warehouse control table.
  Ensure that the storage type is listed and properly configured for the relevant warehouse.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Storage Type:
  
  If the storage type does not exist, you may need to create it using the appropriate configuration settings.
  If it exists but is not configured correctly, you may need to modify its settings to ensure it meets the requirements for warehouse operations.
  
  
  
  Check Warehouse Number:
  
  Ensure that you are working with the correct warehouse number and that the storage type is assigned to that warehouse.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If changes were made in a development environment, ensure that they have been transported to the production environment.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or guidelines provided by your organization regarding warehouse management setup.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  LX02: Display Warehouse Control Table
  LT01: Create Transfer Order
  LT10: Create Transfer Order for Stock Transfer
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to the L8100 error.
  
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify warehouse management settings.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the L8100 error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.