How To Fix /SAPAPO/LOM002 - Location type is initial

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/LOM -

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Location type is initial

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/LOM002 - Location type is initial ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/LOM002 Location type is initial typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an issue with the location master data. This error indicates that the location type for a specific location is not defined or is set to an initial (blank) value, which is not acceptable for the system to process.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Location Type: The location in question does not have a defined location type in the master data.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for location types may not be properly set up in the system.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been an error during data entry or data migration that resulted in the location type being left blank.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Location Master Data:
  
  Go to the location master data in SAP APO and verify that the location in question has a valid location type assigned.
  You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., /SAPAPO/LOC1 for location master data) and checking the details.
  
  
  
  Assign a Location Type:
  
  If the location type is indeed blank, you will need to assign a valid location type. This can typically be done in the location master data screen.
  Ensure that the location type you assign is appropriate for the business processes you are using.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for location types in the SAP system. Ensure that all necessary location types are defined and active.
  You can review the configuration in the SAP IMG (Implementation Guide) under the relevant sections for APO.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  If the error occurred after a data migration or upload, perform a consistency check on the master data to identify any other potential issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on managing location master data and resolving related errors.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/LOC1 for location master data maintenance.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to location master data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the /SAPAPO/LOM002 Location type is initial error and ensure that your location master data is correctly configured for use in SAP APO.