How To Fix MC_CMD_BS_DRAW009 - No storage category available; define a storage category in customizing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MC_CMD_BS_DRAW - Message Class for draw (documents)

• Message number: 009

• Message text: No storage category available; define a storage category in customizing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MC_CMD_BS_DRAW009 - No storage category available; define a storage category in customizing ?

  The SAP error message MC_CMD_BS_DRAW009 indicates that there is no storage category available for the operation you are trying to perform. This typically occurs in the context of inventory management or warehouse management when the system cannot find a defined storage category for the material or process you are working with.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Storage Category: The primary cause of this error is that the storage category has not been defined in the system. Storage categories are essential for categorizing materials in inventory management.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings where the storage categories are defined.
  Master Data Issues: The material master data may not be correctly set up to include a valid storage category.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Define Storage Category:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG).
  Navigate to Logistics Execution > Warehouse Management > Master Data > Define Storage Categories.
  Create a new storage category or modify an existing one to ensure it meets your requirements.
  
  
  
  Assign Storage Category to Material:
  
  Ensure that the material master record is correctly set up with the appropriate storage category.
  You can check this by going to the material master (transaction code MM03) and reviewing the relevant views (e.g., Warehouse Management view).
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify that the configuration settings for the warehouse and storage types are correctly set up to include the storage category you are trying to use.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  SPRO: Access the Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on warehouse management and storage categories.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes in the customizing settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation, as there may be additional underlying issues affecting the configuration.