How To Fix LT211 - Putaway strategy &2 needs to be set up in storage type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 211

• Message text: Putaway strategy &2 needs to be set up in storage type &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LT211 - Putaway strategy &2 needs to be set up in storage type &1 ?

  The SAP error message LT211 indicates that a specific putaway strategy has not been configured for a particular storage type in the Warehouse Management (WM) module. This error typically arises when you attempt to perform a putaway operation, but the system cannot find the necessary configuration for the specified storage type and putaway strategy.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The putaway strategy you are trying to use has not been defined for the specified storage type in the Warehouse Management settings.
  Incorrect Storage Type: The storage type you are trying to use may not be set up correctly or may not be intended for the type of goods you are trying to put away.
  System Settings: The system may not have been properly configured to handle the specific putaway strategy for the storage type in question.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the LT211 error, you need to ensure that the putaway strategy is correctly set up for the specified storage type. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Warehouse Management Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the following path: Logistics -> Logistics Execution -> Warehouse Management -> Interfaces -> Define Storage Type.
  
  
  
  Check Storage Type Configuration:
  
  Identify the storage type mentioned in the error message.
  Check if the putaway strategy is defined for that storage type.
  
  
  
  Define Putaway Strategy:
  
  If the putaway strategy is not defined, you will need to create it.
  Navigate to the configuration for putaway strategies: Logistics -> Logistics Execution -> Warehouse Management -> Strategies -> Define Putaway Strategies.
  Create or modify the putaway strategy to include the necessary storage type.
  
  
  
  Assign Putaway Strategy to Storage Type:
  
  Ensure that the putaway strategy is assigned to the correct storage type.
  You may need to specify conditions under which the strategy should be applied.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the putaway process again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Putaway Strategies: These are rules that determine how goods are stored in the warehouse. Common strategies include FIFO (First In, First Out), LIFO (Last In, First Out), and specific storage strategies based on product characteristics.
  Storage Types: These are classifications of storage areas within a warehouse, such as bulk storage, shelf storage, or pallet storage.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO for configuration, LT01 for creating transfer orders, and LT10 for putaway.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting.