How To Fix OL660 - Areas cannot be created

OL660 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OL - Workflow object types: Run-time system

• Message number: 660

• Message text: Areas cannot be created

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OL660 - Areas cannot be created ?

  The SAP error message OL660 ("Areas cannot be created") typically occurs when there is an issue with the configuration of the area in the system. This error is often related to the creation of storage areas in the Warehouse Management (WM) module or similar areas in other modules.
  Causes:
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The storage type or area may not be properly configured in the system.
  Missing Master Data: Required master data (like storage types, storage bins, etc.) may be missing or incorrectly set up.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create areas.
  System Settings: There may be system settings or parameters that prevent the creation of new areas.
  Technical Errors: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database constraints or inconsistencies.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for Warehouse Management and ensure that the storage types and areas are correctly defined.
  Verify that the relevant parameters for the storage area are set correctly.
  
  
  
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