How To Fix BORGR898 - The HU to be posted should be blocked (&1 &2 &3)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 898

• Message text: The HU to be posted should be blocked (&1 &2 &3)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BORGR898 - The HU to be posted should be blocked (&1 &2 &3) ?

  The SAP error message BORGR898 indicates that a Handling Unit (HU) you are trying to post is blocked. This can occur in various scenarios, such as during goods movements, inventory management, or when trying to perform a transfer posting. The message typically includes details about the specific HU that is blocked, identified by the parameters &1, &2, and &3.
  Causes:
  
  
  Blocked Handling Unit: The HU may be blocked for various reasons, such as:
  
  It is marked as blocked in the system.
  It is associated with a quality inspection that has not been completed.
  It is part of a stock transfer that is not yet finalized.
  It is linked to a sales order or delivery that is on hold.
  
  
  
  Stock Type: The HU might belong to a stock type that is not allowed for the operation you are trying to perform (e.g., blocked stock, quality inspection stock).
  
  
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform actions on the blocked HU.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check HU Status: Use transaction code HU02 (Handling Unit Display) to check the status of the HU. Look for any indicators that show it is blocked and the reason for the block.
  
  
  Unblock the HU: If the HU is blocked due to a quality inspection or other reasons, you may need to complete the necessary processes (e.g., perform the quality inspection, finalize stock transfers) to unblock it.
  
  
  Review Stock Type: Ensure that the stock type of the HU is appropriate for the operation you are trying to perform. If it is in blocked stock or quality inspection stock, you may need to move it to unrestricted stock.
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform actions on the HU. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to review and adjust the user roles.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or internal procedures regarding handling units and their statuses in your organization.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  HU02: Display Handling Unit
  LT03: Transfer Order Confirmation
  MB1A: Goods Withdrawal
  MB1B: Transfer Posting
  MB1C: Other Goods Receipts
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to handling units and the specific error message for additional guidance or patches.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the BORGR898 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.