How To Fix BORGR538 - Check the delivery quantities against generated handling units

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BORGR - Messages Multi-Level Goods Receipt

• Message number: 538

• Message text: Check the delivery quantities against generated handling units

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BORGR538 - Check the delivery quantities against generated handling units ?

  The SAP error message BORGR538, which states "Check the delivery quantities against generated handling units," typically occurs in the context of logistics and warehouse management when there is a discrepancy between the quantities in a delivery and the quantities in the handling units (HUs) that have been generated for that delivery.
  Cause:
  
  
  Quantity Mismatch: The most common cause of this error is that the total quantity of items in the delivery does not match the total quantity of items in the handling units. This can happen if:
  
  Some items were not packed into handling units.
  There were changes made to the delivery quantities after handling units were created.
  Errors occurred during the packing process.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Handling Unit Creation: If handling units were created incorrectly or if there were issues during the packing process, this can lead to discrepancies.
  
  
  Manual Adjustments: If manual adjustments were made to the delivery quantities or handling units after they were created, this can also lead to inconsistencies.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Delivery Quantities: Review the delivery document to ensure that the quantities match the quantities in the handling units. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the delivery document in SAP and checking the item details.
  Comparing the total quantity in the delivery with the total quantity in the handling units.
  
  
  
  Adjust Handling Units: If there is a mismatch, you may need to adjust the handling units. This can involve:
  
  Adding or removing items from the handling units to match the delivery quantities.
  Repacking the items if necessary.
  
  
  
  Recreate Handling Units: If the handling units are significantly incorrect, it may be easier to delete the existing handling units and recreate them based on the correct delivery quantities.
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  HU02: To display handling units.
  HU03: To display handling unit details.
  VL02N: To change the delivery and adjust quantities.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or your organization's SAP support team for further troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Handling Units (HUs): In SAP, handling units are used to manage the physical packaging of goods. They can represent pallets, boxes, or any other type of packaging.
  Logistics Execution (LE): This error is often encountered in the Logistics Execution module, which deals with the movement of goods and warehouse management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to handling units and delivery discrepancies.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the BORGR538 error and ensure that your delivery quantities and handling units are aligned correctly.