How To Fix M7039 - Enter a storage location

M7039 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M7 - Inventory Management and Physical Inventory

• Message number: 039

• Message text: Enter a storage location

What causes this issue?

You have not chosen a storage location or a batch for material &V1& in
plant &V2& in the <GL:storage_location_selection_list>storage
location</>/<GL:batch_selection_list>batch selection list</>.

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?

If the field "Storage location" or "Batch" still contains *, press
ENTER to again call up the storage location/batch selection list from
which you can choose storage locations or batches.
You can also enter a storage location or a batch directly on the detail
screen.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M7039 - Enter a storage location ?

  The SAP error message M7039, which states "Enter a storage location," typically occurs when a user attempts to perform a transaction that requires a storage location to be specified, but none has been provided. This error is common in inventory management and logistics processes where storage locations are essential for tracking stock.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Storage Location: The most common cause is that the user has not entered a storage location in the relevant field during a transaction (e.g., goods movement, stock transfer).
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the material master or in the movement type that require a storage location to be specified but are not set up correctly.
  User Role/Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or select storage locations.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter a Storage Location: The simplest solution is to ensure that you enter a valid storage location in the relevant field when prompted by the system.
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