How To Fix HUDIALOG138 - Handling unit &1 has status &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HUDIALOG - Messages from packaging dialog

• Message number: 138

• Message text: Handling unit &1 has status &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HUDIALOG138 - Handling unit &1 has status &2 ?

  The SAP error message HUDIALOG138 indicates that a handling unit (HU) has a specific status that prevents certain operations from being performed on it. The message format is typically as follows:
  HUDIALOG138 Handling unit &1 has status &2
  Where &1 represents the handling unit number and &2 represents the status of that handling unit.
  Cause
  The error occurs when you attempt to perform an operation on a handling unit that is not allowed due to its current status. Common statuses that might trigger this error include:
  
  Blocked: The handling unit is blocked for further processing.
  In Transit: The handling unit is currently in transit and cannot be modified.
  Completed: The handling unit has been completed and is no longer available for changes.
  Cancelled: The handling unit has been cancelled and cannot be processed.
  
  Solution
  To resolve this error, you need to check the status of the handling unit and take appropriate actions based on its current state:
  
  
  Check the Status: Use