How To Fix HUFUNCTIONS404 - Internal number assignment is not possible when EXIDA is proposed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 404

• Message text: Internal number assignment is not possible when EXIDA is proposed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HUFUNCTIONS404 - Internal number assignment is not possible when EXIDA is proposed ?

  The SAP error message "HUFUNCTIONS404 Internal number assignment is not possible when EXIDA is proposed" typically occurs in the context of handling Handling Units (HUs) in SAP. This error indicates that the system is unable to assign an internal number for a handling unit when the EXIDA (external identification) is proposed.
  Cause:
  
  Number Range Issues: The internal number assignment for handling units may not be properly configured. This can happen if the number range for handling units is not defined or is exhausted.
  Configuration Settings: The system may not be set up to allow for external identification (EXIDA) in conjunction with internal number assignment.
  Missing Customizing: The necessary customizing settings for handling units and their number assignment may not be correctly configured in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Ranges:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Check the number range object for handling units (usually HUMNR).
  Ensure that the number range is defined and that there are available numbers in the range.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Use transaction code SPRO to access the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide.
  Navigate to Logistics Execution > Handling Unit Management > Basic Settings > Define Number Ranges for Handling Units.
  Ensure that the settings allow for both internal and external number assignments.
  
  
  
  Adjust Handling Unit Settings:
  
  If you are using external identification, ensure that the system is configured to handle this correctly.
  Check if the handling unit type you are using supports external identification.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to handling units and number assignment for any specific configurations or known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide specific notes or patches that address this issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Handling Units (HUs): In SAP, handling units are used to manage and track physical items in logistics processes. They can be assigned internal or external identifiers.
  Number Ranges: Number ranges are crucial for ensuring that unique identifiers are assigned to objects in SAP. Proper configuration is essential for smooth operations.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as HU02 (Change Handling Unit), HU03 (Display Handling Unit), and HUMO (Manage Handling Units) for managing handling units.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure proper handling unit management in your SAP system.