How To Fix M3401 - From storage location greater than "To storage location"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M3 - Material Master

• Message number: 401

• Message text: From storage location greater than "To storage location"

What causes this issue?

The value you have entered in the "From storage location" field is
greater than the value in the "To storage location" field.

How to fix this error?

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The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M3401 - From storage location greater than "To storage location" ?

  The SAP error message M3401, which states "From storage location greater than To storage location," typically occurs during inventory management transactions, such as stock transfers or goods movements. This error indicates that the system is trying to process a movement from a storage location that is considered "greater" than the destination storage location, which is not allowed in the context of the transaction.
  
  Cause:
  
  Storage Location Configuration: The storage locations may be configured in a way that the system interprets one as "greater" than the other. This could be due to the naming convention or the numerical values assigned to the storage locations.
  Incorrect Input: The user may have mistakenly entered the wrong storage locations in the transaction.
  Master Data Issues: There may be inconsistencies or errors in the master data related to the storage locations.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Storage Location Codes: Verify the storage location codes being used in the transaction. Ensure that the "From" storage