How To Fix MH191 - Plant & is neither a store nor a distribution center

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MH - Maintain Material Master Data (Retail)

• Message number: 191

• Message text: Plant & is neither a store nor a distribution center

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MH191 - Plant & is neither a store nor a distribution center ?

  The SAP error message MH191 indicates that the specified plant is neither a store nor a distribution center. This error typically arises in the context of inventory management, logistics, or when trying to perform certain transactions that require a valid plant configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Plant Configuration: The plant may not be set up correctly in the system. It might not be defined as a store or distribution center in the configuration settings.
  Master Data Issues: The material master or plant master data may not be properly maintained, leading to inconsistencies.
  Transaction Context: The transaction you are trying to execute may require a specific type of plant (store or distribution center) that the specified plant does not meet.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or perform actions related to the specified plant.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Plant Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (usually through SPRO) and verify that the plant is correctly defined as a store or distribution center.
  Ensure that the plant type is set correctly in the system.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the material master data for the plant in question. Ensure that all relevant fields are filled out correctly and that the plant is assigned to the correct storage location.
  Verify the plant's settings in the plant master data (transaction code OX10).
  
  
  
  Transaction Context:
  
  Ensure that the transaction you are trying to execute is appropriate for the type of plant you are working with. If necessary, switch to a different plant that meets the requirements.
  
  
  
  User Authorization:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to perform actions related to the specified plant. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to grant the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details about the plant types and their configurations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OX10 (Plant Maintenance), MM01 (Create Material), and MM02 (Change Material) to manage plant and material data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the MH191 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.