How To Fix HUGENERAL078 - Inspection lot &1 currently prevents a quantity change in HU item

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HUGENERAL - Handling Units - Packing

• Message number: 078

• Message text: Inspection lot &1 currently prevents a quantity change in HU item

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HUGENERAL078 - Inspection lot &1 currently prevents a quantity change in HU item ?

  The SAP error message HUGENERAL078 indicates that there is an issue with an inspection lot that is preventing a quantity change in a Handling Unit (HU) item. This typically occurs in scenarios where the handling unit is linked to an inspection lot, and certain conditions or statuses of the inspection lot restrict modifications to the quantity of the handling unit.
  Cause:
  
  Active Inspection Lot: The inspection lot associated with the handling unit is still active or in a status that does not allow changes to the quantity.
  Quality Inspection: The handling unit is under quality inspection, and the system prevents changes to ensure that the integrity of the inspection process is maintained.
  Stock Type Restrictions: The stock type of the handling unit may be restricted due to the inspection lot, such as being in a blocked or quality inspection stock.
  Incomplete Inspection: The inspection lot may not have been fully processed, meaning that the results have not been recorded or the lot has not been cleared.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Inspection Lot Status: Review the status of the inspection lot associated with the handling unit. If it is still open or in a status that prevents changes, you may need to complete or close the inspection lot.
  Complete Quality Inspection: If the handling unit is under quality inspection, ensure that all necessary inspections are completed and results are recorded.
  Change Stock Type: If applicable, consider changing the stock type of the handling unit to a type that allows quantity changes, provided that it complies with your business processes.
  Consult with Quality Management: If you are unsure about the status of the inspection lot or how to proceed, consult with your quality management team or SAP support for guidance on how to handle the inspection lot.
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize relevant transaction codes (e.g., QA32 for managing inspection lots) to check the details of the inspection lot and take necessary actions.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on handling inspection lots and handling units.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to quality management and handling units, such as:
  
  HU02: Change Handling Unit
  QA32: Change Inspection Lot
  QA03: Display Inspection Lot
  
  
  User Exits and BAdIs: If you have custom processes, check if there are any user exits or BAdIs that might affect the handling of inspection lots and handling units.
  
  By addressing the underlying cause of the error, you should be able to resolve the issue and proceed with the necessary changes to the handling unit.