How To Fix L9012 - Direct creation of TOs not possible for posting changes

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: L9 - Function Modules

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Direct creation of TOs not possible for posting changes

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message L9012 - Direct creation of TOs not possible for posting changes ?

  The SAP error message L9012, which states "Direct creation of TOs not possible for posting changes," typically occurs in the context of warehouse management and inventory management processes. This error indicates that the system is unable to create Transfer Orders (TOs) directly for posting changes due to certain conditions not being met.
  Causes of Error L9012
  
  
  Warehouse Management Settings: The warehouse management settings may not allow direct creation of TOs for posting changes. This can be due to configuration settings in the warehouse management module.
  
  
  Movement Type Restrictions: The movement type being used may not be configured to allow direct TO creation. Certain movement types are restricted from creating TOs directly.
  
  
  Stock Type Issues: The stock type (e.g., unrestricted, quality inspection, blocked) may not be eligible for direct TO creation.
  
  
  Document Type Configuration: The document type used for the posting change may not be set up to allow direct TO creation.
  
  
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action that is trying to create the TO.
  
  
  Solutions to Error L9012
  
  
  Check Warehouse Management Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings in the Warehouse Management (WM) module to ensure that direct TO creation is enabled for the relevant movement types.
  
  
  
  Review Movement Type Settings:
  
  Check the movement type settings in the configuration (Transaction Code: OMJJ) to ensure that the movement type allows for direct TO creation.
  
  
  
  Verify Stock Type:
  
  Ensure that the stock type you are trying to use for the posting change is eligible for direct TO creation. If necessary, change the stock type to unrestricted stock.
  
  
  
  Document Type Configuration:
  
  Review the document type settings in the configuration to ensure that it allows for direct TO creation. This can be checked in the relevant customizing settings.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the action. This can be checked with the security team or by reviewing the user roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Use Alternative Methods:
  
  If direct TO creation is not possible, consider using alternative methods for posting changes, such as creating a transfer order manually or using a different transaction that allows for the required action.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  LT01: Create Transfer Order
  LT10: Create Transfer Order from Stock
  MB1B: Transfer Posting
  OMJJ: Movement Type Configuration
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuration settings.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Warehouse Management and Inventory Management for best practices and configuration guidelines.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.