How To Fix MM288 - The storage type indicator &2 does not exist for warehouse number &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MM - Messages for material master maintenance and Customizing

• Message number: 288

• Message text: The storage type indicator &2 does not exist for warehouse number &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM288 - The storage type indicator &2 does not exist for warehouse number &1 ?

  The SAP error message MM288 indicates that there is an issue with the storage type indicator in the context of a specific warehouse number. This error typically arises when the system cannot find the specified storage type indicator for the given warehouse number in the configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Storage Type Indicator: The storage type indicator specified in the transaction does not exist in the system for the given warehouse number.
  Configuration Issues: The storage type may not have been properly configured or assigned to the warehouse number in the Warehouse Management (WM) module.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the storage type indicator or warehouse number entered in the transaction.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Storage Type Indicator:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO to access the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide.
  Navigate to Logistics Execution > Warehouse Management > Master Data > Storage Types.
  Verify if the storage type indicator exists for the specified warehouse number.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Storage Type:
  
  If the storage type indicator does not exist, you may need to create it.
  If it exists but is not assigned to the warehouse number, you can assign it by editing the configuration.
  
  
  
  Verify Warehouse Number:
  
  Ensure that the warehouse number you are using is correct and active.
  Check if the warehouse number is properly set up in the system.
  
  
  
  Check for Typographical Errors:
  
  Double-check the input values for any typos or incorrect entries.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or configuration guides for your specific SAP version to ensure that all necessary steps have been followed.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SPRO for configuration.
  LX01 to view storage types.
  LX02 to check warehouse management settings.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: 
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and modify warehouse management settings.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MM288 error and ensure that the storage type indicator is correctly configured for the specified warehouse number.