How To Fix WN154 - Maintain layout first

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WN - Plant master data maintenance (integrated)

• Message number: 154

• Message text: Maintain layout first

What causes this issue?

An area schema can only be determined if the required layout is
specified.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

First, maintain the required layout.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WN154 - Maintain layout first ?

  The SAP error message WN154: Maintain layout first typically occurs in the context of SAP's Warehouse Management (WM) module, particularly when trying to execute a transaction that requires a layout to be defined or maintained before proceeding. This error indicates that the system expects a layout configuration to be set up, but it has not been done yet.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Layout Configuration: The layout for the warehouse or storage type has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Transaction Sequence: The user is trying to perform an operation that requires a layout to be maintained, but the necessary steps to set up that layout have not been completed.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary permissions to maintain or view the layout.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the WN154 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Maintain Layout:
  
  Go to the transaction code /SCWM/LO (for Warehouse Management) or /SCWM/PR (for Layout Management).
  Navigate to the layout settings and ensure that the required layout is defined for the relevant warehouse or storage type.
  If you are unsure about the layout requirements, consult your warehouse management documentation or your SAP WM consultant.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that all necessary configurations related to the warehouse layout are completed. This may include defining storage types, storage sections, and other relevant parameters.
  
  
  
  User Authorization:
  
  Verify that you have the necessary authorizations to maintain layouts. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to obtain the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to warehouse layout management for additional guidance on how to set up and maintain layouts.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the layout and configurations, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCWM/LO for layout management and /SCWM/PR for warehouse processes.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Training: Consider training sessions or workshops on SAP WM to better understand layout management and other related functionalities.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the WN154 error and proceed with your warehouse management tasks.