How To Fix HUGENERAL318 - Handling unit &1 is assigned to another object - posting not possible

HUGENERAL318 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HUGENERAL - Handling Units - Packing

• Message number: 318

• Message text: Handling unit &1 is assigned to another object - posting not possible

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HUGENERAL318 - Details

• The SAP error message HUGENERAL318 indicates that a handling unit (HU) is currently assigned to another object, which prevents any further posting or processing actions on that handling unit. This situation typically arises in scenarios involving inventory management, shipping, or warehouse management where handling units are used to manage physical goods.
  
  Cause:
  
  Existing Assignment: The handling unit is already assigned to another object, such as a delivery, transfer order, or production order.
  Incomplete Processing: The handling unit may be in a state that requires completion of certain processes before it can be reassigned or posted.
  System Lock: The handling unit might be locked by another transaction or user, preventing modifications.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the handling unit management settings.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Assignment: Use transaction codes like HU02 (Display Handling Unit) or HU03 (Change Handling Unit) to check the current assignment of the handling unit. Identify which object it is assigned to.
  Release or Unassign: