How To Fix ME892 - You cannot enter an issuing storage location for supplying plant &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 892

• Message text: You cannot enter an issuing storage location for supplying plant &1

What causes this issue?

For the supplying plant &V1&, you cannot manually enter an issuing
storage location into stock transfer orders and stock transport
scheduling agreements, because a distribution profile is maintained in
the plant master record.

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME892 - You cannot enter an issuing storage location for supplying plant &1 ?

  The SAP error message ME892 ("You cannot enter an issuing storage location for supplying plant &1") typically occurs in the context of inventory management or procurement processes when trying to create or modify a document (like a purchase order or goods movement) that involves a supplying plant. This error indicates that the system does not allow the entry of an issuing storage location for the specified supplying plant.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Settings: The error often arises due to the configuration settings in the material master or plant settings. Specifically, the supplying plant may not be set up to allow issuing storage locations.
  Material Type Restrictions: Certain material types may have restrictions that prevent the assignment of issuing storage locations.
  Document Type Limitations: The type of document being processed may not support the entry of an issuing storage location.
  Stock Type: The stock type (e.g., unrestricted, quality inspection, blocked) may not allow for the issuing storage location to be specified.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Master Data: Verify the material master data for the supplying plant. Ensure that the storage locations are correctly defined and that the material is set up to allow issuing storage locations.
  Review Plant Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the plant in transaction SPRO. Ensure that the plant is configured to allow issuing storage locations.
  Document Type Settings: Review the settings for the document type you are working with. Ensure that it allows for the entry of issuing storage locations if applicable.
  Stock Type Review: Ensure that the stock type you are working with allows for the entry of an issuing storage location.
  Consult with SAP Basis or Functional Consultant: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult with an SAP Basis or functional consultant to review the system configuration and settings.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material), MM02 (Change Material), or SPRO (Customizing) to check and modify the relevant settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on material management and procurement processes, as well as configuration guides.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the ME892 error and implement a solution to resolve it.