How To Fix HUGENERAL214 - Partner storage location is in a different warehouse complex (whse no.)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HUGENERAL - Handling Units - Packing

• Message number: 214

• Message text: Partner storage location is in a different warehouse complex (whse no.)

What causes this issue?

You have specified an HU-managed destination storage-location, but you
did not enter a non-HU storage location as a partner storage-location.
A partner storage-location therefore appears as a default. However,
this partner storage-location is in a different warehouse complex
(warehouse number).

System Response

The system cannot support the physical two-step packing process.

How to fix this error?

Choose a storage location from the same warehouse number.
Choose a storage location that is not managed using the
<DS:GLOS.3528EA14E8AA5570E10000009B38F983>Warehouse Management System
</>, meaning:
A storage location that is not assigned to a warehouse number
Or a storage location that is assigned to a warehouse number, but is
managed using <DS:GLOS.3526C154AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>Lean WM</>

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HUGENERAL214 - Partner storage location is in a different warehouse complex (whse no.) ?

  The SAP error message HUGENERAL214 indicates that there is a mismatch between the storage location of a partner and the warehouse complex associated with that storage location. This typically occurs in scenarios involving inventory management, logistics, or when dealing with stock transfers between different storage locations or warehouses.
  Cause:
  
  Different Warehouse Complexes: The storage location assigned to the partner (e.g., vendor or customer) is part of a different warehouse complex than the one being referenced in the transaction.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the warehouse management settings, where the storage locations are not correctly assigned to the respective warehouse complexes.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the partner or the storage location may not be set up correctly, leading to inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Storage Location Assignment:
  
  Verify the storage location assigned to the partner in the master data.
  Ensure that the storage location is correctly assigned to the intended warehouse complex.
  
  
  
  Review Warehouse Configuration:
  
  Go to the warehouse management settings in SAP and check the configuration of the warehouse complexes.
  Ensure that the storage locations are correctly linked to the appropriate warehouse complexes.
  
  
  
  Update Master Data:
  
  If the storage location or partner data is incorrect, update the master data accordingly.
  Ensure that the partner's data reflects the correct storage location that belongs to the same warehouse complex.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on warehouse management and storage location configurations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like MM02 (Change Material), MM03 (Display Material), or LX02 (Warehouse Management) to check and update relevant data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to make changes to master data and warehouse configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who specializes in SAP Warehouse Management.