How To Fix VLSC236 - Invalid storage location &1/&2 for material &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VLSC - Components for subcontractor's inbound delivery

• Message number: 236

• Message text: Invalid storage location &1/&2 for material &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VLSC236 - Invalid storage location &1/&2 for material &3 ?

  The SAP error message VLSC236 indicates that there is an issue with the specified storage location for a material in the system. This error typically arises in the context of inventory management or logistics when trying to process transactions related to materials.
  Cause:
  The error message "Invalid storage location &1/&2 for material &3" can be caused by several factors:
  
  
  Non-Existent Storage Location: The specified storage location does not exist in the system or is not defined for the plant associated with the material.
  
  
  Inactive Storage Location: The storage location may exist but is inactive or blocked for use.
  
  
  Material Not Extended to Storage Location: The material may not be extended to the specified storage location in the material master data.
  
  
  Plant and Storage Location Mismatch: The storage location may not be valid for the plant where the material is being processed.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified storage location.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the VLSC236 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Storage Location: Verify that the storage location specified in the error message exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration or using transaction codes like OX09 (for storage location) to check the configuration.
  
  
  Check Material Master Data: Ensure that the material is extended to the specified storage location. You can check this in the material master data using transaction code MM03.
  
  
  Activate Storage Location: If the storage location is inactive, you may need to activate it. This can typically be done in the configuration settings.
  
  
  Verify Plant Assignment: Ensure that the storage location is assigned to the correct plant and that the material is also assigned to that plant.
  
  
  User Authorizations: Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to access the storage location. This can be done by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations.
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM03: Display Material
  OX09: Define Storage Locations
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on material management and storage location configuration.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the VLSC236 error in your SAP system.