How To Fix LF180 - Storage type &1 is BULK and SU-managed. Operation is not allowed

LF180 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LF - Mobile Computing in Warehouse Logistics

• Message number: 180

• Message text: Storage type &1 is BULK and SU-managed. Operation is not allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LF180 - Storage type &1 is BULK and SU-managed. Operation is not allowed ?

  The SAP error message LF180 indicates that there is an issue with the storage type configuration in the Warehouse Management (WM) module. Specifically, it states that the storage type in question is defined as BULK and is also Storage Unit (SU) managed, which leads to a conflict when trying to perform certain operations.
  
  Cause:
  
  Storage Type Configuration: The storage type is configured as BULK, which typically means it is intended for storing large quantities of materials without the need for individual handling. However, being SU-managed means that the system expects to manage individual storage units, which is contradictory in this context.
  Operation Attempted: The operation you are trying to perform (e.g., putaway, removal, etc.) is not allowed for a storage type that is both BULK and SU-managed. This is because the system cannot reconcile the bulk storage concept with the individual management of storage units.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Storage Type Settings: Check the configuration of the