How To Fix WM131 - Material & not divided into items, positioning impossible

WM131 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WM - IS-R Assortments

• Message number: 131

• Message text: Material & not divided into items, positioning impossible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WM131 - Material & not divided into items, positioning impossible ?

  The SAP error message WM131 ("Material & not divided into items, positioning impossible") typically occurs in the Warehouse Management (WM) module when the system is unable to position a material because it has not been divided into individual items. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during the transfer of stock or when trying to pick items from a storage location.
  
  Cause:
  
  Material Not Divided: The material in question is not divided into individual items or handling units. This means that the system cannot determine how to position or handle the material.
  Handling Unit Management: If handling units are involved, the handling unit may not be properly defined or may not contain the necessary item details.
  Stock Type Issues: The stock type (e.g., unrestricted, quality inspection, blocked) may not be suitable for the operation being performed.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the WM settings that prevent the system from processing the