How To Fix VHUMI126 - Specify storage location

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VHUMI - Messages for material identification

• Message number: 126

• Message text: Specify storage location

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VHUMI126 - Specify storage location ?

  The SAP error message VHUMI126: "Specify storage location" typically occurs in the context of inventory management or logistics when a user attempts to perform an action that requires a storage location to be specified, but it has not been provided.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Storage Location: The most common cause of this error is that the storage location field is left blank when it is required for the transaction you are trying to execute.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that require a storage location to be specified for certain transactions, and these settings may not be properly configured.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked entering the storage location due to oversight or misunderstanding of the required fields.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Enter Storage Location: The immediate solution is to ensure that you enter a valid storage location in the relevant field before proceeding with the transaction. 
  
  Check the transaction screen for a field labeled "Storage Location" and fill it in with the appropriate value.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration: If you believe that the storage location should not be mandatory for the transaction you are performing, consult with your SAP administrator or a functional consultant to review the configuration settings in the system.
  
  This may involve checking the settings in the relevant modules (e.g., Inventory Management, Warehouse Management) to see if the storage location is set as a required field.
  
  
  
  User Training: If this error is frequently encountered by users, consider providing additional training or documentation to ensure that users understand the importance of specifying a storage location in relevant transactions.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error can occur in various transaction codes related to inventory management, such as MIGO (Goods Movement), MB1A (Goods Withdrawal), or others where storage location is relevant.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for specific transaction codes to understand the requirements for storage locations.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If there are custom developments in your SAP system, check if there are any user exits or BAdIs that might be affecting the behavior of storage location fields.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further investigation.