How To Fix OD406 - Object not configured to be a Stock Projection object. Check location typ

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OD - IS-Oil: TSW Traders' and Schedulers' Workbench messages

• Message number: 406

• Message text: Object not configured to be a Stock Projection object. Check location typ

What causes this issue?

The system generates the Stock Projection Worksheet only for certain
types of TSW objects:
Location
Origin only location
Destination only location
Location which is both origin and destination
Location which is refinery; either origin only, or both origin and
destination
Location which is a planning location (no plant)
Location without a plant assigned, i.e. only a cutomer or vendor
location
Transport system
Normal Transport system with an intransit plant
A so-called Book Transport system (a TS used for Book transfers)

System Response

If the TSW location or transport system is not of one of the above
types the system does not display the Stock Projection Worksheet for
that object.

How to fix this error?

Assign a correct location type to your location. Location types are
maintained in the TSW customizing.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OD406 - Object not configured to be a Stock Projection object. Check location typ ?

  The SAP error message OD406, which states "Object not configured to be a Stock Projection object. Check location type," typically occurs in the context of inventory management or stock projection processes within SAP. This error indicates that the system is unable to perform stock projection for a specific object because it has not been properly configured to do so.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issues: The object (such as a storage location, plant, or material) is not set up in the system to allow for stock projections. This could be due to missing configuration settings in the relevant modules.
  Location Type: The location type being used may not be compatible with stock projection. For example, certain location types may not support stock projection functionality.
  Master Data Issues: The material master or other related master data may not be correctly maintained, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (usually through SPRO) and verify that the relevant object is configured to allow stock projections.
  Ensure that the location type is set up correctly to support stock projections.
  
  
  
  Review Location Type:
  
  Check the location type being used in the transaction that triggered the error. Ensure that it is a valid type for stock projection.
  You can do this by navigating to the configuration for location types and verifying their settings.
  
  
  
  Material Master Data:
  
  Review the material master data for the affected material. Ensure that all relevant fields are filled out correctly and that the material is set up for stock projection.
  Check the views related to inventory management and ensure that the stock projection settings are correctly maintained.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific configuration steps related to stock projection and location types.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test to see if the error persists. This may involve running the stock projection process again to confirm that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03 (Material Master Display), SPRO (Customizing), and others that may help in checking configurations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that could resolve the issue.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the relevant configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP configuration and inventory management.