How To Fix DGHU167 - Profile for exception &1 does not allow assignment to an HU item

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DGHU - Messages for Handling Unit and Dynam. Classification

• Message number: 167

• Message text: Profile for exception &1 does not allow assignment to an HU item

What causes this issue?

Exceptions can be determined for different objects. The assignment
profile is used to control for which objects the exception can be
defined.

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?

Use the input help to select an exception.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DGHU167 - Profile for exception &1 does not allow assignment to an HU item ?

  The SAP error message DGHU167 indicates that there is an issue with the handling unit (HU) assignment in relation to a specific profile. This error typically arises when the handling unit item you are trying to assign does not comply with the rules defined in the exception profile.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Profile Restrictions: The exception profile associated with the handling unit does not allow the type of assignment you are attempting. This could be due to restrictions on the handling unit type, item category, or other parameters defined in the profile.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the handling unit management settings or the exception profile itself.
  Incompatible Item Types: The item you are trying to assign to the handling unit may not be compatible with the handling unit's profile.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the DGHU167 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Exception Profile:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for handling units and check the exception profile assigned to the handling unit.
  Ensure that the profile allows the type of assignment you are trying to perform.
  
  
  
  Review Handling Unit Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration of the handling unit and ensure that it is set up correctly.
  Check if the handling unit type and item category are compatible.
  
  
  
  Adjust Assignment:
  
  If the handling unit profile does not allow the assignment, consider changing the handling unit or the item you are trying to assign.
  You may need to create a new handling unit with a profile that allows the desired assignment.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to handling units and exception profiles for more detailed guidance.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and profiles, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Handling Unit Management (HUM): This is a module in SAP that deals with the management of handling units, which are used to group items for storage and transportation.
  Exception Profiles: These profiles define the rules and restrictions for handling units, including what types of items can be assigned to them.
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like HU02 (Change Handling Unit) or HU03 (Display Handling Unit) to investigate the handling units and their configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.