How To Fix HUDIALOG402 - Partial quantity that is to be unpacked is larger than the HU's contents

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HUDIALOG - Messages from packaging dialog

• Message number: 402

• Message text: Partial quantity that is to be unpacked is larger than the HU's contents

What causes this issue?

The partial quantity that was specified cannot be unpacked because it
is larger that the quantity contained in this handling unit.

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?

Enter a <DS:DE.TMENG>partial quantity</> that is less than the contents
of the handling unit.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HUDIALOG402 - Partial quantity that is to be unpacked is larger than the HU's contents ?

  The SAP error message HUDIALOG402 indicates that there is an issue with handling a Handling Unit (HU) during a packing or unpacking process. Specifically, it means that the system is trying to unpack a quantity that exceeds the actual quantity of items contained within the Handling Unit.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Quantity Specification: The user may have specified a quantity to unpack that is greater than what is actually present in the Handling Unit.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a mistake in entering the quantity during the unpacking process.
  System Configuration Issues: There could be issues with how the Handling Units are configured or managed in the system.
  Inventory Discrepancies: There may be discrepancies in inventory records, leading to a mismatch between expected and actual quantities.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify the Contents of the Handling Unit: Check the actual contents of the Handling Unit to confirm how many items are present. This can be done through the inventory management or handling unit management screens in SAP.
  Adjust the Unpacking Quantity: If the quantity specified for unpacking is incorrect, adjust it to match the actual quantity available in the Handling Unit.
  Check for Data Entry Errors: Ensure that there were no mistakes made during the data entry process. If necessary, re-enter the unpacking transaction.
  Review Handling Unit Configuration: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings for Handling Units in the system to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Consult Inventory Records: If there are discrepancies, consult inventory records to identify any issues that may need to be resolved, such as stock adjustments or corrections.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like HU02 (Change Handling Unit) or HU03 (Display Handling Unit) to view and manage Handling Units.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files related to Handling Units and inventory management for more detailed guidance.
  Support: If the issue cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.