How To Fix MG166 - The storage location data transferred cannot be processed

MG166 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MG - Batch input: material master

• Message number: 166

• Message text: The storage location data transferred cannot be processed

What causes this issue?

You wanted to transfer storage-location-specific data by direct input
or by <DS:GLOS.Application_Link_Enabling>ALE</>. However, this
requires:
A plant and a storage location to be specified
One of the <DS:GLOS.user_department>user departments</> <LS>MRP</> or
<LS>Storage</> to be maintainable

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?

Check which data can be maintained in online mode.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MG166 - The storage location data transferred cannot be processed ?

  The SAP error message MG166, which states "The storage location data transferred cannot be processed," typically occurs in the context of inventory management or material movements. This error can arise due to various reasons related to the configuration or data integrity in the system. Here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Storage Location: The storage location specified in the transaction may not exist or may not be valid for the material being processed.
  Missing Master Data: The material master data or storage location master data may be incomplete or not properly maintained.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the storage location data.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system related to the plant or storage location settings.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries in the relevant tables.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Storage Location: Verify that the storage