How To Fix MSR016 - Delivery &1 item &2: WM storage locations not allowed for BOMs

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MSR -

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Delivery &1 item &2: WM storage locations not allowed for BOMs

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MSR016 - Delivery &1 item &2: WM storage locations not allowed for BOMs ?

  The SAP error message MSR016 indicates that there is an issue with the storage locations defined in the Warehouse Management (WM) system when trying to process a Bill of Materials (BOM) item. Specifically, it suggests that the storage locations being used are not allowed for BOMs in the context of the delivery process.
  Cause:
  
  Storage Location Configuration: The storage location associated with the material in the BOM may not be configured to allow for BOM processing. This can happen if the storage location is not set up correctly in the Warehouse Management settings.
  BOM Item Settings: The BOM item may have specific settings that restrict its use in certain storage locations.
  Material Master Data: The material master data for the items in the BOM may not be correctly configured, particularly in the views related to Warehouse Management.
  Warehouse Management Settings: The settings in the Warehouse Management module may not allow for the use of certain storage locations for BOM items.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Storage Location Settings:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the storage location in the Warehouse Management module.
  Ensure that the storage location is allowed for BOM processing.
  
  
  
  Review BOM Configuration:
  
  Check the BOM configuration to ensure that the items are correctly defined and that the storage locations are appropriate for the items being processed.
  
  
  
  Material Master Data:
  
  Review the material master data for the items in the BOM. Ensure that the relevant views (such as Plant Data/Storage, Warehouse Management) are correctly set up.
  Make sure that the storage location is valid and active for the materials involved.
  
  
  
  Adjust Warehouse Management Settings:
  
  If necessary, adjust the Warehouse Management settings to allow for the use of the specified storage locations for BOM items.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on configuring storage locations and BOMs in the context of Warehouse Management.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as CS01 (Create BOM), CS02 (Change BOM), MM02 (Change Material), and OML2 (Define Storage Locations) to check and modify the relevant settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuration.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to make changes to BOMs and storage locations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MSR016 error and successfully process the BOM items in the delivery.