How To Fix HUGENERAL002 - Item does not refer to a WM-managed warehouse - Entry not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HUGENERAL - Handling Units - Packing

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Item does not refer to a WM-managed warehouse - Entry not possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HUGENERAL002 - Item does not refer to a WM-managed warehouse - Entry not possible ?

  The SAP error message HUGENERAL002 indicates that the item you are trying to process does not refer to a Warehouse Management (WM)-managed warehouse. This typically occurs when you attempt to perform a warehouse-related transaction (like goods movement, stock transfer, etc.) for a material that is not set up correctly in the system for WM.
  Cause:
  
  Warehouse Configuration: The warehouse you are trying to use is not configured as a WM-managed warehouse in the system.
  Material Master Settings: The material you are trying to process may not be set up correctly in the material master. Specifically, the WM view may not be maintained.
  Storage Location: The storage location associated with the warehouse may not be linked to a WM-managed warehouse.
  Transaction Type: The transaction you are trying to execute may not be valid for the type of warehouse you are working with.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Warehouse Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO and navigate to the Warehouse Management settings.
  Ensure that the warehouse in question is set up as a WM-managed warehouse.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master:
  
  Use transaction code MM03 to display the material master.
  Check the WM view to ensure that the material is set up for the relevant warehouse and that the WM data is maintained correctly.
  
  
  
  Storage Location Check:
  
  Verify that the storage location associated with the warehouse is indeed linked to a WM-managed warehouse.
  You can check this in the configuration settings under Logistics Execution > Warehouse Management > Master Data > Define Storage Locations.
  
  
  
  Transaction Type Validation:
  
  Ensure that the transaction you are trying to execute is appropriate for the warehouse type. For example, if you are trying to perform a transfer posting, ensure that the warehouse is set up to allow such transactions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to Warehouse Management for additional insights on configuration and setup.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SPRO: Customizing settings.
  MM03: Display Material Master.
  LX01: Display Inventory in Warehouse Management.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to perform actions in the WM module.
  
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or WM functional team for further investigation.