How To Fix PK149 - Source storage location is not supported for this staging indicator

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PK - Production - KANBAN

• Message number: 149

• Message text: Source storage location is not supported for this staging indicator

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PK149 - Source storage location is not supported for this staging indicator ?

  The SAP error message PK149, which states "Source storage location is not supported for this staging indicator," typically occurs in the context of warehouse management and logistics execution processes. This error indicates that the system is unable to process a staging request because the source storage location specified is not compatible with the staging indicator defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Incompatible Staging Indicator: The staging indicator assigned to the movement type or process does not support the source storage location you are trying to use.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the Warehouse Management (WM) or Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module may not be set up correctly to allow the specified storage location for the given staging indicator.
  Master Data Issues: The material master or storage location master data may not be properly configured to support the staging process.
  Warehouse Process Type: The warehouse process type associated with the staging indicator may not be configured to allow the specified source storage location.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Staging Indicator Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the staging indicators in the SAP system (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Verify that the staging indicator is correctly configured to allow the source storage location you are using.
  
  
  
  Review Storage Location Settings:
  
  Check the settings for the source storage location in the material master (Transaction code: MM03) and ensure it is set up correctly for the intended operations.
  
  
  
  Adjust Warehouse Process Type:
  
  Review the warehouse process type settings in the system (Transaction code: SPRO) and ensure that it is configured to allow the specified source storage location for the staging indicator.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the staging indicators and their compatibility with storage locations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the staging process can be completed successfully.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SPRO (Customizing)
  MM03 (Display Material)
  WM01 (Warehouse Management)
  
  
  
  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 perform the actions related to warehouse management and staging processes.
  
  
  Training and Documentation: Consider providing training or documentation for users involved in warehouse operations to help them understand the implications of staging indicators and storage locations.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the PK149 error and implement a solution to resolve it.