How To Fix LT140 - Movement type & & is not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LT - LE-WM: View or Table Maintenance Error Messages

• Message number: 140

• Message text: Movement type & & is not defined

What causes this issue?

You entered a movement type that does not exist for this warehouse
number.

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?

Select a movement type that already exists.

Procedure for System Administrator
If you want to create a new movement type or copy an existing movement
type from another warehouse number, you can do this in the customizing
application.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LT140 - Movement type & & is not defined ?

  The SAP error message LT140 indicates that a specific movement type is not defined in the system for the context in which it is being used. This error typically occurs in the context of warehouse management (WM) or inventory management (IM) when trying to perform a transaction that involves a movement type that the system does not recognize.
  Cause:
  
  Movement Type Not Defined: The movement type you are trying to use is not defined in the system. This could be due to a configuration issue or because the movement type has not been set up for the specific warehouse or plant.
  Incorrect Configuration: The movement type may not be properly configured in the system settings, or it may not be assigned to the relevant warehouse management processes.
  User Error: The user may have entered the movement type incorrectly, or it may not be applicable for the transaction being performed.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Movement Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OMJJ (or SPRO for configuration) to check the movement type settings.
  Ensure that the movement type you are trying to use is defined and configured correctly for the relevant processes (e.g., goods receipt, goods issue, transfer postings).
  
  
  
  Assign Movement Type to Warehouse:
  
  Ensure that the movement type is assigned to the relevant warehouse in the configuration settings. This can be done in the Warehouse Management settings under the movement types section.
  
  
  
  Verify User Input:
  
  Double-check the movement type entered by the user to ensure it is correct and applicable for the transaction being performed.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the movement type and its intended use.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and user input, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Movement Types: Movement types in SAP are used to define the type of stock movement (e.g., goods receipt, goods issue, transfer postings) and are crucial for inventory management and warehouse operations.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MB1A, MB1B, MB1C, LT01, LT02, etc., which are used for various inventory and warehouse management activities.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to movement types and warehouse management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the LT140 error and ensure that the movement types are correctly defined and utilized in your SAP system.