How To Fix WGRC073 - You must enter a storage location

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WGRC - Message Class for Goods Receipt Capacity Check

• Message number: 073

• Message text: You must enter a storage location

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WGRC073 - You must enter a storage location ?

  The SAP error message WGRC073 ("You must enter a 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 none has been provided. This can happen in various transactions, such as goods movements, stock transfers, or inventory adjustments.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  A storage location is mandatory for the transaction being performed, but it has not been entered.
  The configuration of the material master or the movement type may require a storage location to be specified.
  The user may be trying to process a document or transaction that inherently requires a storage location, but the field is left blank.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Enter a Storage Location: 
  
  Go back to the transaction where the error occurred and ensure that you have entered a valid storage location in the appropriate field.
  
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Verify the material master data for the item you are working with. Ensure that the storage location is defined and that the material is set up correctly for the relevant plant and storage location.
  
  
  
  Review Movement Type Configuration:
  
  If you are using a specific movement type, check the configuration in the movement type settings to see if a storage location is required. You may need to adjust the settings if necessary.
  
  
  
  User Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and modify the storage location field. Sometimes, restrictions can lead to incomplete data entry.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the required fields for a specific transaction, refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for the process you are trying to execute.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or system administrator for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error can occur in various transaction codes related to inventory management, such as MIGO (Goods Movement), MB1A (Goods Withdrawal), or MB1B (Transfer Posting).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Training: If you are new to SAP, consider undergoing training on inventory management processes to better understand how storage locations are used in transactions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the WGRC073 error and proceed with your transaction successfully.