How To Fix HUINV020 - HU &1 does not exist - Item quantity was not returned

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HUINV - Messages for Handling Unit Physical Inventory

• Message number: 020

• Message text: HU &1 does not exist - Item quantity was not returned

What causes this issue?

Material item for the counted handling unit &V1& was not counted. The
handling unit was returned as being non-existent.

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?

Set the indicator for the relevant material item to 'Zero quantity'.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HUINV020 - HU &1 does not exist - Item quantity was not returned ?

  The SAP error message HUINV020 indicates that a Handling Unit (HU) specified in the system does not exist, and as a result, the item quantity associated with that HU was not returned. This error typically occurs during processes involving handling units, such as goods movements, inventory management, or during the execution of certain transactions that involve handling units.
  Causes of the Error
  
  
  Non-Existent Handling Unit: The specified handling unit does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo in the HU number or the HU being deleted or not created properly.
  
  
  Incorrect HU Status: The handling unit may be in a status that does not allow it to be processed (e.g., it might be marked as "not usable" or "blocked").
  
  
  Data Synchronization Issues: There may be issues with data synchronization between different modules or systems, leading to the HU not being recognized.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary