How To Fix WOSE071 - Select a receiving storage location

WOSE071 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WOSE - Messages for Store Workbench Goods Receipt

• Message number: 071

• Message text: Select a receiving storage location

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WOSE071 - Select a receiving storage location ?

  The SAP error message WOSE071, which states "Select a receiving storage location," typically occurs during the process of goods receipt or inventory management when the system requires a specific storage location to be selected for the incoming goods. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as when processing purchase orders, transfer orders, or stock transfers.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Storage Location: The most common cause of this error is that the user has not selected a receiving storage location for the goods being processed.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the material master or storage location settings that prevent the system from recognizing valid storage locations.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or select certain storage locations.
  Incomplete Data Entry: The transaction may not have been completed correctly, leading to missing information that is required for processing.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Select a Storage Location: Ensure that you select a valid receiving storage