How To Fix HUGENERAL014 - HU &1 is assigned to delivery &2 - Processing via Change Delivery

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HUGENERAL - Handling Units - Packing

• Message number: 014

• Message text: HU &1 is assigned to delivery &2 - Processing via Change Delivery

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HUGENERAL014 - HU &1 is assigned to delivery &2 - Processing via Change Delivery ?

  The SAP error message HUGENERAL014 indicates that a Handling Unit (HU) is assigned to a delivery, and you are attempting to process it in a way that is not allowed because the system expects a different handling for the delivery. This error typically arises in the context of handling units and deliveries in SAP's Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) or Logistics Execution (LE) modules.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  You are trying to change or process a delivery that already has a handling unit assigned to it.
  The system is configured to prevent certain operations on deliveries that have associated handling units to maintain data integrity and avoid inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Delivery Status: Ensure that the delivery is in a status that allows for the changes you are trying to make. If the delivery is already processed or in a status that does not allow changes, you may need to revert it to a previous status.
  
  
  Review Handling Unit Assignment: Verify the handling unit assignment to the delivery. If the handling unit is not needed, you may need to unassign it from the delivery before proceeding with your changes.
  
  
  Use the Correct Transaction: Make sure you are using the appropriate transaction code for the operation you are trying to perform. For example, if you are trying to change the delivery, ensure you are using the correct transaction for changing deliveries with handling units.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to handling units and deliveries to understand the specific requirements and restrictions.
  
  
  Check Customizations: If your organization has custom developments or configurations in place, check with your SAP support team or functional consultant to see if there are any specific rules or custom logic that might be affecting the handling of deliveries with handling units.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. Provide them with the error message details and the context in which it occurs.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Handling Units (HUs): In SAP, handling units are used to manage the physical handling of goods. They can be pallets, boxes, or any other packaging unit that contains products.
  Delivery Processing: The delivery process in SAP involves creating, changing, and processing deliveries, which may include picking, packing, and shipping goods.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VL01N (Create Outbound Delivery), VL02N (Change Outbound Delivery), and HU-related transactions like HUMO (Handling Unit Monitor).
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error and proceed with your delivery processing tasks.