How To Fix HU_VV0C001 - A HU type must be maintained for the SSCC18 number assignment

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HU_VV0C - Messages during maintenance of HU Customizing

• Message number: 001

• Message text: A HU type must be maintained for the SSCC18 number assignment

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HU_VV0C001 - A HU type must be maintained for the SSCC18 number assignment ?

  The SAP error message HU_VV0C001 indicates that a Handling Unit (HU) type must be maintained for the SSCC18 number assignment. This error typically arises when you are trying to create or manage handling units in SAP, and the system cannot find a corresponding handling unit type for the SSCC18 (Serial Shipping Container Code) number assignment.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Handling Unit Type: The primary cause of this error is that the system does not have a handling unit type defined for the SSCC18 number assignment. This can happen if the configuration for handling unit types is incomplete or if the specific handling unit type has not been set up in the system.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an issue with the configuration settings in the handling unit management module, particularly related to the SSCC18 number range or the handling unit type assignment.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Handling Unit Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen and navigate to the handling unit management configuration.
  Check if the handling unit type for SSCC18 is defined. You can do this by going to the transaction code SPRO and navigating to:
  Logistics Execution -> Handling Unit Management -> Basic Settings -> Define Handling Unit Types
  
  Ensure that there is a handling unit type that is configured to use the SSCC18 number assignment.
  
  
  
  Maintain Handling Unit Type:
  
  If the handling unit type is missing, you will need to create a new handling unit type or modify an existing one to include the SSCC18 number assignment.
  Make sure to assign the correct number range for the SSCC18 to the handling unit type.
  
  
  
  Assign Handling Unit Type to Material:
  
  Ensure that the materials you are working with are assigned the correct handling unit type. This can be done in the material master data under the handling unit management section.
  
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Verify that the number range for SSCC18 is correctly defined and active. You can check this in the number range configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Handling Units: Handling units are used in logistics to manage the packaging and transportation of goods. They can be defined at various levels, including packaging materials, pallets, and containers.
  SSCC: The Serial Shipping Container Code is a unique identifier for a shipping container, which is used in logistics to track and manage shipments.
  SAP Documentation: For more detailed information, refer to the SAP Help Portal or specific SAP notes related to handling unit management and SSCC configuration.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for additional assistance.