How To Fix MH216 - The storage types transferred cannot be processed

MH216 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 216

• Message text: The storage types transferred cannot be processed

What causes this issue?

You wanted to transfer <DS:GLOS.storage_type>storage types</>, but have
not selected one of the following <DS:GLOS.user_department>user
departments</>:
Logistics: distribution center
Logistics: store

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?

Select one of the user departments above.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MH216 - The storage types transferred cannot be processed ?

  The SAP error message MH216, which states "The storage types transferred cannot be processed," typically occurs in the context of warehouse management and inventory management processes. This error indicates that the system is unable to process the storage types that have been specified in a transaction or operation, often due to configuration or data issues.
  Causes of Error MH216
  
  
  Invalid Storage Type: The storage type specified in the transaction may not exist or may not be valid for the operation being performed.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The storage type may not be properly configured in the system. This includes settings related to the warehouse management module, such as the definition of storage types, their attributes, and their relationship to other warehouse elements.
  
  
  Incompatible Storage Types: The storage types being used may not be compatible with the operation being performed (e.g., picking, putaway, etc.).
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or process