How To Fix M3252 - Storage location does not exist (correct, or entry will be ignored)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M3 - Material Master

• Message number: 252

• Message text: Storage location does not exist (correct, or entry will be ignored)

What causes this issue?

You have specified a storage location that is not defined in the
system.

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE NA_EINGABE_PRUEFEN
Correct your entry. If you do not, it will be ignored by the system.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M3252 - Storage location does not exist (correct, or entry will be ignored) ?

  The SAP error message M3252, which states "Storage location does not exist (correct, or entry will be ignored)," typically occurs when a transaction or process is trying to reference a storage location that is not defined in the system. This can happen in various contexts, such as during inventory management, goods movements, or when creating purchase orders.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Storage Location: The storage location specified in the transaction does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The storage location may not be properly configured or may have been deleted.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the storage location code entered by the user.
  Plant-Storage Location Assignment: The storage location may not be assigned to the plant being used in the transaction.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Storage Location:
  
  Check if the storage location exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration or master data transaction (e.g., using transaction code OLI3 for storage locations).
  Ensure that the storage location code is correctly entered without any typographical errors.
  
  
  
  Check Plant Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the storage location is assigned to the correct plant. You can check this in the configuration settings for the plant and storage location.
  
  
  
  Create or Correct Storage Location:
  
  If the storage location does not exist, you may need to create it using transaction code OLI1 (for creating storage locations).
  If it exists but is incorrectly configured, you may need to correct the configuration.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the relevant master data (material master, vendor master, etc.) is correctly set up to reference the storage location.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct storage location or its configuration, consult your organization's documentation or SAP help resources.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OLI1: Create Storage Location
  OLI2: Change Storage Location
  OLI3: Display Storage Location
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to storage locations.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify storage locations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the M3252 error and ensure that the correct storage location is being referenced in your transactions.