How To Fix L9502 - Document contains items for 2 externally managed warehouse numbers &1 &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: L9 - Function Modules

• Message number: 502

• Message text: Document contains items for 2 externally managed warehouse numbers &1 &2

What causes this issue?

You cannot carry out <GL:stock_transfer>stock transfers</> which
involve 2 external <GL:warehouse_number>warehouse numbers</> using a
one-step stock tranfer method.

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?

Carry out the stock transfer in 2 steps:
In the first step, remove the stock from the first external warehouse
number using the appropriate single-step <GL:movement_type>movement
type</>.
After the removal step has been confirmed, carry out the putaway for
the warehouse that is to receive the stock using the corresponding
single step movement type.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message L9502 - Document contains items for 2 externally managed warehouse numbers &1 &2 ?

  The SAP error message L9502 indicates that a document (such as a transfer order or a goods movement) contains items that are associated with two different externally managed warehouse numbers. This situation typically arises in scenarios where the system is configured to manage multiple warehouses, and the items in the document are not compatible due to their association with different warehouse numbers.
  Cause:
  
  Multiple Warehouse Numbers: The document includes items that belong to two different externally managed warehouse numbers, which is not allowed in certain operations.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the warehouse management settings that allows for the mixing of items from different warehouses in a single document.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have inadvertently added items from different warehouses into the same document.
  
  Solution:
  
  Separate Documents: Create separate documents for items belonging to different warehouse numbers. Ensure that each document only contains items from a single warehouse.
  Review Item Assignment: Check the items in the document and verify their assigned warehouse numbers. Remove or adjust items as necessary to ensure they all belong to the same warehouse.
  Configuration Check: Review the configuration settings in the Warehouse Management (WM) module to ensure that the system is set up correctly for handling multiple warehouses. This may involve checking the settings for warehouse number assignment and document processing.
  User Training: If the issue is due to user error, consider providing additional training to users on how to properly create and manage documents in the system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like LT03 (Create Transfer Order) or MB1B (Transfer Posting) to manage warehouse documents.
  Warehouse Management Settings: Review the settings in the Warehouse Management module (transaction SPRO) to ensure proper configuration for handling multiple warehouses.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on handling warehouse management issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting.