How To Fix HUINV044 - Physical inventory document &2 does not contain handling unit &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 044

• Message text: Physical inventory document &2 does not contain handling unit &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HUINV044 - Physical inventory document &2 does not contain handling unit &1 ?

  The SAP error message HUINV044 indicates that a specific handling unit (HU) is not included in the physical inventory document you are trying to process. This error typically arises during physical inventory activities when there is a mismatch between the handling units and the inventory document.
  Cause:
  
  Handling Unit Not Included: The handling unit (HU) you are trying to count or process is not part of the specified physical inventory document.
  Incorrect Document Reference: The physical inventory document number referenced may not correspond to the handling unit in question.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a typographical error in the handling unit or physical inventory document number.
  Status of Handling Unit: The handling unit may be in a status that does not allow it to be counted (e.g., it may be locked or in transit).
  Inventory Document Creation: The physical inventory document may not have been created correctly or may not have been updated to include all relevant handling units.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Handling Unit: Check if the handling unit (HU) exists and is correctly entered. Use transaction code HU02 to display the handling unit and confirm its details.
  Check Physical Inventory Document: Use transaction code MI03 to display the physical inventory document and verify that the handling unit is included in the document.
  Recreate or Update Document: If the handling unit is missing from the document, you may need to recreate the physical inventory document or update it to include the handling unit.
  Check Status: Ensure that the handling unit is in a status that allows it to be counted. If it is locked or in transit, resolve those issues first.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific configurations or settings that may affect handling units and physical inventory documents.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  HU02: Display Handling Unit
  MI03: Display Physical Inventory Document
  MI01: Create Physical Inventory Document
  MI04: Enter Inventory Count
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to handling units and physical inventory.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and modify handling units and physical inventory documents.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.