How To Fix W#469 - WM movement type &1 not defined in warehouse &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W# -

• Message number: 469

• Message text: WM movement type &1 not defined in warehouse &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W#469 - WM movement type &1 not defined in warehouse &2 ?

  The SAP error message W#469 indicates that a specific movement type is not defined for a particular warehouse in the Warehouse Management (WM) module. This error typically occurs when you attempt to perform a warehouse movement (such as goods receipt, goods issue, or stock transfer) using a movement type that has not been configured for the specified warehouse.
  Cause:
  
  Movement Type Not Defined: The movement type you are trying to use is not defined in the configuration for the specified warehouse.
  Incorrect Warehouse: The warehouse number you are using may not be set up correctly or may not correspond to the movement type.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings for the Warehouse Management module.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Movement Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO to access the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide.
  Navigate to Logistics Execution > Warehouse Management > Movement Types.
  Check if the movement type (e.g., 101 for goods receipt) is defined for the specific warehouse number you are working with.
  
  
  
  Define Movement Type for Warehouse:
  
  If the movement type is not defined, you will need to create or modify the configuration.
  You can do this by selecting the movement type and assigning it to the warehouse in the configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Check Warehouse Settings:
  
  Ensure that the warehouse number is correctly set up in the system and that it is active.
  Verify that the warehouse is properly linked to the relevant plant and storage locations.
  
  
  
  Test the Movement:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the movement again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration steps, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Movement Types: Movement types in SAP WM define the type of stock movement and the associated processes. Each movement type has specific settings that determine how the system processes the movement.
  Warehouse Management Configuration: Proper configuration of the WM module is crucial for efficient warehouse operations. This includes defining movement types, storage types, and other related settings.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as LT01 (Transfer Order Creation), LT10 (Transfer Order Confirmation), and MB1A (Goods Issue) to troubleshoot and perform warehouse movements.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the W#469 error and successfully perform the desired warehouse movement.