How To Fix HUGENERAL306 - Header stor.locat. not HU-managed although header51-object = 12 -> error

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HUGENERAL - Handling Units - Packing

• Message number: 306

• Message text: Header stor.locat. not HU-managed although header51-object = 12 -> error

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HUGENERAL306 - Header stor.locat. not HU-managed although header51-object = 12 -> error ?

  The SAP error message HUGENERAL306 indicates that there is an issue with handling a handling unit (HU) in relation to the storage location. Specifically, the error message states that the header storage location is not managed as a handling unit, even though the header object is set to a specific value (in this case, 12).
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs in the following scenarios:
  
  
  Storage Location Configuration: The storage location you are trying to use is not configured to manage handling units. This can happen if the storage location is not set up to handle HUs in the system.
  
  
  Incorrect Header Object: The header object (in this case, 12) may not correspond to a handling unit that is expected to be managed in the specified storage location.
  
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the handling unit or the storage location, such as missing or incorrect configuration settings.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Storage Location Settings:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the storage location in SAP.
  Ensure that the storage location is set up to manage handling units. This can typically be checked in the configuration under Logistics Execution > Handling Unit Management > Define Storage Locations for Handling Units.
  
  
  
  Verify Header Object:
  
  Check the header object associated with the handling unit. Ensure that it is correctly defined and corresponds to a handling unit that should be managed in the specified storage location.
  
  
  
  Review Handling Unit Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the handling unit management settings are correctly configured for the relevant materials and storage locations. This includes checking the material master data and ensuring that the handling unit management is activated.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a data consistency check to identify any discrepancies in the handling unit data or related master data. This can help identify any issues that may be causing the error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on handling unit management and storage location settings.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They can provide more specific guidance based on your system configuration and the context of the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Handling Unit Management (HUM): This is a module within SAP that deals with the management of handling units, which are used to manage the physical handling of goods in logistics processes.
  Storage Location Configuration: Proper configuration of storage locations is crucial for effective inventory management and logistics operations in SAP.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the HUGENERAL306 error message in SAP.