How To Fix LT164 - This definition can cause problems if status management is active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 164

• Message text: This definition can cause problems if status management is active

What causes this issue?

You want to define a block storage area with Storage Unit Management.
The block should allow batch mixed storage in a block storage row. The
system carried out an appropriate check and discovered that Batch
Status Management is activated for the plant managed in your warehouse
number.
We would like to point out that this setting can cause problems:
Batches with status "available" and batches with status "not available"
can be stored simultaneously in a block storage row.
The storage unit removed from a row and thus also the batch only become
known when the transfer order is confirmed. It can therefore happen
that storage units are removed from stock that contain a batch that is
not available.
Set up your organizational structure so that this situation does not
occur.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LT164 - This definition can cause problems if status management is active ?

  The SAP error message LT164 indicates that there is a potential issue with the configuration of status management in the context of warehouse management or inventory management. This error typically arises when there is a conflict between the status management settings and the definitions of certain objects, such as storage bins, materials, or handling units.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  Status Management is Active: The system has status management enabled, which means that certain objects (like materials or handling units) can have different statuses (e.g., available, blocked, etc.).
  Inconsistent Definitions: The definition of a material, storage bin, or handling unit may not be compatible with the active status management settings. For example, if a material is defined in a way that does not align with the status management rules, it can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the LT164 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Status Management Settings:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for status management in your SAP system.
  Ensure that the settings are correctly defined and that they align with the objects you are trying to use.
  
  
  
  Review Object Definitions:
  
  Check the definitions of the materials, storage bins, or handling units that are causing the error.
  Make sure that their statuses are defined correctly and that they are compatible with the status management settings.
  
  
  
  Adjust Configuration:
  
  If necessary, adjust the configuration of status management or the definitions of the objects to eliminate the conflict.
  This may involve changing the status settings for specific materials or storage locations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on status management and how it interacts with warehouse management processes.
  
  
  
  Seek Expert Help:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or a consultant with expertise in SAP Warehouse Management for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Status Management: This feature allows for tracking the status of materials and handling units throughout the warehouse process, which can help in managing inventory more effectively.
  Warehouse Management (WM): This module in SAP is responsible for managing warehouse operations, including inventory management, storage, and retrieval processes.
  Error Codes: Familiarize yourself with other related error codes in SAP that may provide additional context or similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the underlying cause of the LT164 error in your SAP system.