How To Fix HUFUNCTIONS211 - Storage location &1 not HU-managed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HUFUNCTIONS - Messages from FB with HU services without global t.

• Message number: 211

• Message text: Storage location &1 not HU-managed

What causes this issue?

The storage location that was entered (&V1&) is not a HU-managed
storage location. Inventory can be posted without specifying a handling
unit, and a comparison between IM stock and HU stock is therefore not
accurate or meaningful. The results cannot be used for inventory.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HUFUNCTIONS211 - Storage location &1 not HU-managed ?

  The SAP error message HUFUNCTIONS211 indicates that the storage location specified in the message is not managed for Handling Units (HUs). This typically occurs when you are trying to perform operations related to Handling Units in a storage location that is not configured to handle HUs.
  Cause:
  
  Storage Location Configuration: The storage location you are trying to use is not set up to manage Handling Units. This can happen if the storage location was created without enabling HU management.
  Incorrect Storage Location: You may be trying to use a storage location that is not intended for HU management, either due to a configuration oversight or a misunderstanding of the storage location's purpose.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Storage Location Settings:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the storage location in SAP.
  Ensure that the storage location is set to be HU-managed. This can typically be done in the configuration settings under Logistics Execution > Handling Unit Management > Define Storage Locations for Handling Units.
  
  
  
  Change Storage Location:
  
  If the storage location is not intended to be HU-managed, consider using a different storage location that is configured for HU management.
  
  
  
  Update Master Data:
  
  If necessary, update the master data for the materials or products being handled to ensure they are compatible with HU management in the specified storage location.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or Logistics team to ensure that the configuration aligns with your business processes.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Handling Unit Management (HUM): This is a feature in SAP that allows for the management of handling units, which are physical units that can contain one or more products. Proper configuration is essential for effective inventory management.
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO (to access the configuration settings) or HU02 (to manage handling units) to make the necessary changes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your storage locations are properly configured for Handling Unit management.