How To Fix SAPLWSPO171 - Mark only one stock transfer document type as default

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SAPLWSPO - SAP Retail Store: Purchase Order

• Message number: 171

• Message text: Mark only one stock transfer document type as default

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SAPLWSPO171 - Mark only one stock transfer document type as default ?

  The SAP error message SAPLWSPO171 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of stock transfer document types in the system. Specifically, it means that more than one stock transfer document type has been marked as the default, which is not allowed.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  Multiple stock transfer document types are set as default in the configuration settings.
  The system requires only one document type to be designated as the default for stock transfers.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that only one stock transfer document type is marked as the default. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the following path: 
  Logistics > Inventory Management > Stock Transfer > Define Stock Transfer Document Types
  
  Alternatively, you can use transaction code OMJ4 to access the configuration directly.
  
  
  
  Review Document Types:
  
  In the configuration screen, you will see a list of stock transfer document types.
  Identify which document types are currently marked as default.
  
  
  
  Modify Default Settings:
  
  Ensure that only one document type is checked as the default.
  Uncheck the default option for any additional document types that are currently marked as default.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, save your configuration.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  Perform a stock transfer transaction to verify that the error message no longer appears.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Document Types: Document types in SAP are used to categorize different types of transactions. Each document type can have specific settings and behaviors.
  Stock Transfer: This refers to the movement of stock from one location to another within the same company code or between different company codes.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MB1B (Transfer Posting) and MIGO (Goods Movement) for performing stock transfers.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to ensure that there are no other underlying issues affecting the stock transfer document types.