How To Fix LP098 - No material staging requested because WM initializat.has not taken place

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LP - WM-PP interface

• Message number: 098

• Message text: No material staging requested because WM initializat.has not taken place

What causes this issue?

Before material staging can be carried out in the WM system, the WM
initialization must be run successfully. When initializing the WM
system, a component must be selected that determines which production
storage bin will be selected and what material staging method will be
used for <GL:replenishment>replenishment</>. Without this information,
material staging cannot take place.

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LP098 - No material staging requested because WM initializat.has not taken place ?

  The SAP error message LP098 indicates that there is no material staging requested because the Warehouse Management (WM) initialization has not taken place. This error typically occurs in the context of warehouse management processes, particularly when trying to perform activities related to material staging for production orders or deliveries.
  Cause:
  The error is primarily caused by the following reasons:
  
  
  WM Initialization Not Completed: The Warehouse Management system has not been properly initialized for the relevant storage location or plant. This means that the system does not recognize the warehouse structure or the materials that should be staged.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the WM settings, such as missing or incorrect settings for the warehouse number, storage types, or storage bins.
  
  
  Master Data Issues: The material master data may not be set up correctly for warehouse management, or the material may not be assigned to the warehouse.
  
  
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the warehouse, such as missing links between the material and the warehouse management system.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the LP098 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check WM Initialization:
  
  Ensure that the WM initialization has been completed for the relevant plant and storage location. You can do this by checking the transaction code LX02 (Warehouse Management Monitor) or SPRO (Customizing) to verify the settings.
  
  
  
  Perform WM Initialization:
  
  If WM initialization has not been performed, you can do so by using the transaction code LX01 to initialize the warehouse management system for the relevant storage location.
  
  
  
  Verify Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the SAP system for Warehouse Management. Ensure that the warehouse number, storage types, and storage bins are correctly defined and activated.
  
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Verify that the material master data is correctly set up for warehouse management. Ensure that the material is assigned to the correct warehouse and that all necessary data is maintained.
  
  
  
  Check for Inconsistencies:
  
  Look for any inconsistencies in the data related to the warehouse and the materials. This may involve checking the links between the material and the warehouse management system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on warehouse management initialization and configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as LX01 (WM Initialization), LX02 (Warehouse Management Monitor), and SPRO (Customizing).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to LP098 for specific patches or updates that may address known issues.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform warehouse management activities.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the LP098 error and successfully perform material staging in the SAP system.