How To Fix PK428 - Check location or internal number range &2 for external stor. unit no. &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PK - Production - KANBAN

• Message number: 428

• Message text: Check location or internal number range &2 for external stor. unit no. &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PK428 - Check location or internal number range &2 for external stor. unit no. &1 ?

  The SAP error message PK428 indicates an issue related to the handling of storage units in the Warehouse Management (WM) module. Specifically, it suggests that there is a problem with the external storage unit number (EWM) that you are trying to use. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information for this error:
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Storage Unit Number: The external storage unit number (&1) you are trying to use does not exist in the system or is not valid for the specified location or internal number range (&2).
  Number Range Issues: The internal number range for storage units may not be correctly configured or may not include the number you are trying to use.
  Location Issues: The location specified may not be set up to handle the storage unit type you are trying to use.
  Data Consistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the storage unit or the warehouse management setup.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Storage Unit Number: Verify that the external storage unit number you are using is correct and exists in the system. You can do this by checking the relevant tables or using transaction codes like LX02 (Display Inventory) or LX03 (Display Storage Bin).
  
  
  Review Number Ranges: Go to the configuration settings for number ranges in the SAP system. You can check this in the SPRO transaction under:
  
  Logistics Execution > Warehouse Management > Master Data > Define Number Ranges for Storage Units.
  Ensure that the number range includes the number you are trying to use.
  
  
  
  Check Location Settings: Ensure that the location you are working with is correctly set up to handle the storage unit type. You can check the settings in the warehouse management configuration.
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks for the warehouse management data to ensure that there are no discrepancies. You can use transaction codes like LXE1 (Consistency Check) to identify and resolve any issues.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation or help files related to warehouse management and storage units for additional guidance.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as LX01 (Display Storage Unit), LX02 (Display Inventory), and LX03 (Display Storage Bin) for managing and checking storage units.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message in the SAP Support Portal, as there may be specific patches or updates that address known issues.
  Configuration Guides: Review configuration guides for Warehouse Management to ensure that all settings are correctly implemented.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the PK428 error message in SAP.