How To Fix HUGENERAL016 - Handling Unit &1 is in transit --> Cannot be changed

HUGENERAL016 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HUGENERAL - Handling Units - Packing

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Handling Unit &1 is in transit --> Cannot be changed

What causes this issue?

Handling unit &V1& is in transit. Changes can only be made after goods
receipt is posted.

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

HUGENERAL016 - Details

• The SAP error message HUGENERAL016 indicates that a Handling Unit (HU) is currently in transit and cannot be changed. This typically occurs in scenarios where the handling unit is involved in a process that restricts modifications, such as being part of a delivery, shipment, or transfer order.
  
  Cause:
  
  In Transit Status: The handling unit is marked as "in transit," meaning it is currently being processed in a logistics operation (e.g., delivery, shipment).
  Locked for Changes: The system locks the handling unit to prevent changes that could disrupt the logistics process.
  Open Transactions: There may be open transactions or processes that are still referencing the handling unit, preventing any modifications.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Status: Verify the current status of the handling unit. You can do this by using transaction codes like HU02 (Display Handling Unit) to see if it is indeed in transit.
  
  
  Complete the Transaction: If the handling