How To Fix MM291 - The bulk storage 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: 291

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM291 - The bulk storage indicator &2 does not exist for warehouse number &1 ?

  The SAP error message MM291 indicates that there is an issue with the bulk storage indicator for a specific warehouse number. This error typically arises in the context of inventory management and warehouse management when trying to perform operations related to bulk storage.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the system cannot find a valid bulk storage indicator for the specified warehouse number. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Configuration Issue: The bulk storage indicator may not have been defined for the specified warehouse in the system configuration.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the warehouse number or bulk storage indicator.
  Master Data Issues: The material master or warehouse master data may not be correctly set up to include the necessary bulk storage indicators.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MM291 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Warehouse Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG) and navigate to the relevant section for warehouse management.
  Verify that the bulk storage indicator is defined for the specified warehouse number. You can check this in the configuration settings for the warehouse.
  
  
  
  Verify Bulk Storage Indicator:
  
  Ensure that the bulk storage indicator you are trying to use is valid and exists in the system.
  You can check this in the transaction code OMI4 (for defining bulk storage indicators) or OMI3 (for displaying them).
  
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Use transaction code MM03 to display the material master data for the material in question.
  Ensure that the material is set up correctly for the warehouse and that the bulk storage indicator is assigned.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Data:
  
  If the error occurs during a specific transaction (e.g., goods movement, stock transfer), review the transaction data for any inconsistencies or errors.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration or setup, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OMI3: Display Bulk Storage Indicator
  OMI4: Define Bulk Storage Indicator
  MM03: Display Material Master
  MM02: Change Material Master
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to MM291 for any specific patches or updates that may address this issue.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP Help documentation for Warehouse Management and Inventory Management for more detailed information on bulk storage indicators and their configuration.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the MM291 error in your SAP system.