How To Fix HUDIALOG009 - Items in HU-managed storage locations must be packed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HUDIALOG - Messages from packaging dialog

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Items in HU-managed storage locations must be packed

What causes this issue?

An item with HU-managed storage location that has already been picked
has not been packed completely. It is not admissible to save the
delivery in this state.

System Response

You cannot exit packing and you cannot save the delivery.

How to fix this error?

Pack the complete item quantity that has been picked.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HUDIALOG009 - Items in HU-managed storage locations must be packed ?

  The SAP error message HUDIALOG009 indicates that items in Handling Unit (HU)-managed storage locations must be packed before they can be processed further. This error typically occurs in scenarios where the system expects that the items in a storage location that is managed by handling units are properly packed into handling units.
  Cause:
  
  HU Management Requirement: The storage location is set up to manage items using handling units, which means that all items must be packed into handling units before they can be moved, shipped, or processed.
  Missing Packing: The items you are trying to process have not been packed into handling units, which is a requirement for operations in HU-managed storage locations.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the items are packed into handling units. Here are the steps you can follow:
  
  
  Pack the Items:
  
  Navigate to the packing transaction in SAP (e.g., using transaction code HU02 or VL Packing).
  Select the items that need to be packed.
  Create handling units for these items by following the packing process.
  Ensure that all items are packed into handling units as required.
  
  
  
  Check Storage Location Settings:
  
  Verify that the storage location is indeed set up for HU management. You can check this in the material master or storage location settings.
  If the storage location should not require packing, consider changing its configuration.
  
  
  
  Review Packing Instructions:
  
  Ensure that packing instructions are correctly defined in the system, which may include rules for how items should be packed into handling units.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed instructions on handling units and packing processes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Handling Units (HUs): These are physical units that can contain one or more materials. They are used in logistics to manage inventory and shipping processes.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  HU02: For packing handling units.
  VL02N: For changing delivery documents where packing may be required.
  LT03: For transfer orders that may involve handling units.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to handling units and packing that may provide additional insights or solutions to specific issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HUDIALOG009 error and continue with your operations in SAP.