How To Fix PK436 - Error reading stor.type control bulk storage (stor.no. &1, stor.type &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PK - Production - KANBAN

• Message number: 436

• Message text: Error reading stor.type control bulk storage (stor.no. &1, stor.type &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PK436 - Error reading stor.type control bulk storage (stor.no. &1, stor.type &2) ?

  The SAP error message PK436 indicates that there is an issue with reading the storage type control for bulk storage in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of warehouse management and inventory management processes, particularly when dealing with storage types and their configurations.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Missing Configuration: The storage type (identified by the storage number and storage type) may not be properly configured in the system.
  Incorrect Storage Type: The storage type specified may not exist or may have been deleted or deactivated.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the storage type control data.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or corruption in the data related to the storage type in the database.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the PK436 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Storage Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO and navigate to the relevant configuration for Warehouse Management.
  Verify that the storage type in question is correctly defined and active.
  
  
  
  Verify Storage Type Existence:
  
  Use transaction code LS03N to check if the storage type exists in the system.
  Ensure that the storage number and storage type match the ones specified in the error message.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the storage type control data.
  
  
  
  Review Data Consistency:
  
  Run consistency checks for the warehouse management data to identify any inconsistencies.
  You can use transaction LX02 to check the stock overview and see if there are any discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the configuration was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors or issues that may have occurred during the transport process.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (Customizing), LS03N (Display Storage Type), and LX02 (Stock Overview).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Warehouse Management and storage type configuration for best practices and guidelines.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.