How To Fix LF018 - Storage type &1 &2 is not managed for storage units

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LF - Mobile Computing in Warehouse Logistics

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Storage type &1 &2 is not managed for storage units

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LF018 - Storage type &1 &2 is not managed for storage units ?

  The SAP error message LF018 indicates that a specific storage type is not managed for storage units. This typically occurs in the context of warehouse management (WM) or extended warehouse management (EWM) when trying to perform operations related to storage units in a storage type that is not configured to handle them.
  Cause:
  The error can arise due to several reasons:
  
  Storage Type Configuration: The storage type in question is not set up to manage storage units. This can happen if the storage type is configured for a different type of inventory management (e.g., bulk storage) that does not utilize storage units.
  Warehouse Management Settings: The warehouse management settings may not be correctly configured to handle storage units for the specified storage type.
  Incorrect Movement Type: The movement type being used may not be compatible with the storage type's configuration regarding storage units.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the LF018 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Storage Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the storage type in the SAP system (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant path: Logistics Execution -> Warehouse Management -> Master Data -> Define Storage Types.
  Ensure that the storage type is set to manage storage units. You may need to adjust the settings to enable storage unit management.
  
  
  
  Review Warehouse Management Settings:
  
  Ensure that the warehouse is correctly configured to handle storage units. This includes checking the warehouse number and its associated settings.
  Verify that the storage type is assigned to the correct warehouse and that the necessary parameters for storage unit management are activated.
  
  
  
  Movement Type Verification:
  
  Check the movement type being used for the operation. Ensure that it is compatible with the storage type and that it allows for storage unit management.
  You can review movement types in the configuration settings under Logistics Execution -> Inventory Management -> Movement Types.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on configuring storage types and managing storage units.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SPRO for configuration settings.
  LT03 for creating transfer orders.
  LX01 for displaying storage units.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform actions related to storage units and warehouse management.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the LF018 error and implement the appropriate solution.