How To Fix HUFUNCTIONS289 - There is no selection data - material document cannot be determined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 289

• Message text: There is no selection data - material document cannot be determined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HUFUNCTIONS289 - There is no selection data - material document cannot be determined ?

  The SAP error message HUFUNCTIONS289 ("There is no selection data - material document cannot be determined") typically occurs in the context of handling units (HUs) when the system is unable to find the relevant material document for the handling unit you are trying to process. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Material Document: The handling unit may not be linked to any material document, or the material document may have been deleted or not created properly.
  Incorrect Handling Unit: The handling unit number entered may be incorrect or does not exist in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the database, such as missing entries in the relevant tables that link handling units to material documents.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the material document associated with the handling unit.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the handling unit management settings that prevent the system from retrieving the material document.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Handling Unit: Check if the handling unit number you are using is correct and exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction code HU02 to display the handling unit.
  Check Material Document: Ensure that the handling unit is correctly linked to a material document. You can check this in the material document display (transaction code MB03) to see if the document exists.
  Recreate Material Document: If the material document is missing, you may need to recreate it or ensure that the process that generates the material document is functioning correctly.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the material document. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  Review Configuration: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings for handling units in the SAP system. This may involve checking the settings in the Logistics Execution (LE) module.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as HU02 (Display Handling Unit), MB03 (Display Material Document), and VL03N (Display Outbound Delivery) to help in troubleshooting.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for handling units and material management for more detailed information on how these components interact.
  Support: If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with the error message and any relevant details about the situation.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.